Description
These melt-in-your-mouth blue cheese crackers are perfectly paired with a slightly tart blackberry compote infused with lemon and thyme, creating a harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 pint blackberries
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine the flour, butter, and blue cheese. Process until the dough comes together and starts to form a ball.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it into a log about 1.5 inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool on a wire rack.
- For the blackberry compote, combine the blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and thyme in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes. Let cool before serving.
- Serve the blue cheese crackers topped with a spoonful of blackberry compote.
Notes
These crackers can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container. The blackberry compote can also be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. For a variation, try using different types of blue cheese for unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cracker
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 20