Cheese Dreams
Cheese Dreams are a nostalgic Southern appetizer made with sharp white cheddar, butter, and sandwich bread. Baked until golden and bubbly – the perfect party bite!
Servings: 8
Calories: 342kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups sharp white cheddar shredded
- 1 cup butter softened (salted or unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat shredded cheddar, softened butter and heavy cream with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add in the egg, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, Ranch seasoning, granulated garlic, and kosher salt. Beat until well combined.
- Remove the crusts from the white sandwich bread and cut each slice into four small squares.
- Spread about 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture onto half of the bread squares. Top each with another square to make little sandwiches.
- Spread the remaining cheese mixture over the tops and sides of each sandwich for extra flavor and crispiness.
- Arrange the sandwiches 1 inch apart on your prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Reheat in a toaster oven for 3- 4 minutes.
Prepare a day in advance, store in a covered container in the refrigerator, bake before serving, adding a few minutes to baking time.
Nutrition
Serving: 8g | Calories: 342kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 980mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 1024IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 212mg | Iron: 0.3mg
