Savory Cheese and Olive Rolls
These Savory Cheese and Olive Rolls are a delightful addition to your lunch or snack repertoire. Perfectly flaky and packed with flavor, they combine the sharpness of tasty cheese and Parmesan with the briny richness of black olives, all enhanced with a hint of heat from chili flakes. Ideal for entertaining, these rolls can be enjoyed fresh from the oven or frozen for a later treat. Impress your friends and family with these easy-to-make bites that are sure to be a hit at any gathering!
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Servings
200
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 cup (All-purpose flour)
butter
100 g (Cold and cubed)
tasty cheese
150 g (Grated)
parmesan cheese
60 g (Grated)
dried chili pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon (Dried)
black olives
1/4 cup (Stoned and chopped)
egg yolk
1 (Separated from white)
water
1 tablespoon (Additional as needed)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2
In a food processor, combine the flour and cold, cubed butter. Pulse until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3
Add the grated tasty cheese, grated Parmesan, and dried chili pepper flakes to the processor. Pulse briefly to mix these ingredients.
4
In a separate bowl, combine the chopped black olives, egg yolk, and 1 tablespoon of water. Mix well and then add this mixture to the food processor.
5
Pulse the mixture until it forms large clumps that stick together when pressed between your fingers. If the mixture feels dry, add a little more water, one teaspoon at a time, until the right consistency is achieved.
6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into two logs.
7
Wrap each log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour; this chilling step will make it easier to slice evenly.
8
Once chilled, remove the logs from the refrigerator and slice them into rounds approximately 1 cm thick.
9
Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
10
Allow to cool slightly before serving. You can also freeze the unbaked logs for later use.
Nutrition Information
15 g
Fat
10 g
Carbs
6 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Cheese and Olive Rolls?
These are flaky, savory bites made with tasty cheese, Parmesan, and black olives, featuring a hint of heat from chili flakes.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 180°C or 350°F.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires 8 ingredients: flour, butter, tasty cheese, Parmesan, chili flakes, black olives, egg yolk, and water.
What type of flour is best for these rolls?
All-purpose flour is recommended for this recipe.
How should the butter be prepared before mixing?
The butter should be cold and cut into cubes.
What is the first step in combining flour and butter?
Combine them in a food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
What kind of olives are used?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of stoned and chopped black olives.
What kind of cheeses are in the rolls?
The recipe uses 150g of grated tasty cheese and 60g of grated Parmesan cheese.
How long should the dough be refrigerated?
The dough logs should be refrigerated for at least 1 hour to make slicing easier.
How thick should I slice the dough rounds?
Slice the logs into rounds approximately 1 cm thick.
How long do the rolls need to bake?
Bake the rolls for about 10 minutes until they are golden brown.
Can these rolls be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze the unbaked logs for later use.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 15 grams of fat per serving.
How much protein is in these rolls?
Each serving contains 6 grams of protein.
What should I do if the dough is too dry?
If the mixture is dry, add a little more water, one teaspoon at a time, until it forms large clumps.
Is a whole egg used in the dough?
No, only the egg yolk is used, separated from the white.
How should the dough be shaped before chilling?
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into two logs.
What gives the rolls a spicy kick?
A 1/2 teaspoon of dried chili pepper flakes provides a hint of heat.
How much carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 10 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Should the rolls be served immediately?
Allow them to cool slightly before serving, though they are delicious fresh from the oven.
What equipment is recommended for mixing the dough?
A food processor is recommended for pulsing the ingredients together.
Can I use these as appetizers?
Yes, they are ideal for entertaining and serve well as appetizers, snacks, or lunch items.
How do I wrap the dough logs?
Wrap each log tightly in plastic wrap before placing them in the refrigerator.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
The nutritional information indicates that there is no sugar recorded for this recipe.
How much water is initially added to the mixture?
Initially, 1 tablespoon of water is mixed with the chopped olives and egg yolk.
What does the mixture look like before shaping?
It should form large clumps that stick together when pressed between your fingers.
Is the Parmesan cheese grated or shredded?
The recipe specifies using grated Parmesan cheese.
What color should the rolls be after baking?
The rolls should be baked until they are golden brown.
Are these rolls suitable for a savory snack?
Yes, they are described as a delightful addition to a savory snack or lunch repertoire.