Sesame Crackers with Cranberry Cheese Spread Recipe

Name: Sesame Crackers with Cranberry Cheese Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cups Sesame Seeds; 6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, At Room Temperature, Plus More For The Baking Pans; 1/2 cups Loosely Packed Light Brown Sugar; 1 whole Egg; 1/4 teaspoons Vanilla Extract; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Baking Powder; ⅔ cups All-purpose Flour; 8 ounces, weight Mascarpone Cheese (or Cream Cheese); 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, Finely Shredded; 1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated; 1/2 cups Dried Cranberries, Chopped; 1 pinch Salt

Servings: persons

3/4 cups Sesame Seeds
6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, At Room Temperature, Plus More For The Baking Pans
1/2 cups Loosely Packed Light Brown Sugar
1 whole Egg
1/4 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
1/4 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoons Baking Powder
⅔ cups All-purpose Flour
8 ounces, weight Mascarpone Cheese (or Cream Cheese)
1 cup Cheddar Cheese, Finely Shredded
1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated
1/2 cups Dried Cranberries, Chopped
1 pinch Salt

1
For the crackers: Toast the sesame seeds in a large skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until golden.
2
This should take about 7 to 10 minutes.
3
Transfer seeds to a bowl and let them cool completely.
4
Beat the butter and brown sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes.
5
Add the egg, vanilla, salt and baking powder and beat until combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
6
Reduce the mixer speed to low.
7
Add the flour and 1/4 cup of the toasted sesame seeds and beat until just combined.
8
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes to an hour.
9
Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or aluminum foil and butter the parchment or foil.
10
Form teaspoon-sized scoops of dough into small balls, then roll them in the remaining 1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds, pressing to coat.
11
Arrange the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
12
Gently flatten each ball with the palm of your hand.
13
Bake, switching the position of the pans halfway through, until dark golden around the edges, 15 to 20 minutes.
14
Remove pans from the oven and let crackers cool 1 minute on the baking sheets.
15
Then carefully remove the crackers with a thin metal spatula and transfer to racks to cool completely.
16
For the cheese spread: Combine the mascarpone cheese, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, dried cranberries and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
17
Mix well.
18
Refrigerate until ready to use.
19
Spread a thick layer of cheese on each cracker or serve alongside crackers as a spread.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cups Sesame Seeds, 6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, At Room Temperature, Plus More For The Baking Pans, 1/2 cups Loosely Packed Light Brown Sugar, 1 whole Egg, and more.

Yes, Sesame Crackers with Cranberry Cheese Spread falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sesame Crackers with Cranberry Cheese Spread

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