Cheese cookies: The quick, crunchy treat taking tea time by storm
Unassuming, lightly golden, and buttery-scented, cheese cookies with sugar are one of those recipes that, once learned, stay in the family repertoire for years. Their preparation takes only a moment, and the result? Crunchy on the outside, delicate on the inside, and wonderfully fragrant. They are perfect with coffee or tea, for guests, and as a snack throughout the day.
Sometimes the simplest pastries taste the best. No fancy additives, no lengthy kneading or chilling — all you need is farmer cheese, flour, and a touch of sugar to create a dessert that disappears from the plate in the blink of an eye. Cheese cookies are a classic our grandmothers and mothers cherished. Today, they return to the spotlight as a quick and delicious snack to accompany coffee or tea. Their unique taste and pleasant crunch make it hard to stop at just one.
Recipe for cheese cookies with sugar
Just a few simple ingredients, a rolling pin, and a bit of sugar — that’s all it takes to create cookies no one can resist. They are perfect for family gatherings, the holiday table, and as a sweet snack with coffee. And while they may look plain, they wow with every first bite.
Ingredients (for about 30 pieces):
- 9 oz of full-fat or semi-fat farmer cheese (preferably minced)
- 9 oz of butter
- 9 oz of all-purpose flour
- A pinch of salt
- Granulated sugar for coating
Preparation:
- Quickly knead the farmer cheese, butter, and flour together into a uniform mass, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- After chilling, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 0.2 inches, cut out circles with a glass, fold each in half, coat in sugar, fold again, and press down.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20–25 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Why make farmer cheese cookies?
Cheese cookies with sugar are a true classic that combines simplicity of preparation with exceptional taste. Thanks to the addition of farmer cheese, we achieve a pastry that is not only soft and delicate but also more filling and moist than traditional shortbread cookies. Farmer cheese, besides providing protein and calcium, adds a gentle tangy note that contrasts beautifully with the sweetness of sugar. It’s a great idea for a dessert without baking powder or yeast — the magic lies in the proper proportions of fat and cheese. Moreover, these cookies can be prepared in advance and stored in a tin. They gain crispness from day to day, and their flavor deepens.
