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Cookies don’t have to be sweet to be delicious! Our savory cookies hit all the right notes: They’re cheesy, buttery and full of herbs. They taste delicious on their own, or paired with cheese spreads (or even more cheese). Once the dough is chilled, they bake in about 10 minutes. Enjoy!<\/p>\n
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, both cheeses, tarragon, oregano and garlic until they’re well mixed. Beat in the flour until the end result is a somewhat crumbly dough. Shape the dough into a 14-inch roll. Wrap it tightly and refrigerate it for four hours or overnight.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip: <\/em>Place the dough log on a cookie sheet or platter once you’ve wrapped it, for easier handling to and from the refrigerator.<\/p>\n Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0F. Cut the dough into 1\/4-inch slices, placing them on ungreased baking sheets. Bake the cookies until they’re golden brown and crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. After removing the cookies from the oven, set them on wire racks and allow them to cool completely.<\/p>\n Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container or zippered food-storage bag on the counter, where they’ll keep for up to four days. They may soften a bit after a day or two, especially during warm, humid weather.<\/p>\n Yes, the leftover cookies may be frozen for later enjoyment (but are there ever really any leftovers?). Store them in a zippered sandwich bag with all the air pressed out, and they’ll keep in the freezer for about a month.<\/p>\n Yes, this is an excellent snack to make ahead for a party, a holiday event or just for fun. Store the dough tightly wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator for a couple days before you plan to bake them, or freeze the dough for up to a month. To keep the frozen dough at its freshest, wrap it in plastic, then foil, then in an airtight freezer bag with the air pressed out. (Feel free to cut the dough in half or in thirds to fit it into storage bags before freezing.)<\/p>\n For a double dose of cheesy goodness, whip up some herbed cheese spread<\/a> to go along with the cookies, or this easy herbed garlic cheese<\/a>\u00a0spread that comes together in just a few minutes. For a large get-together or even game day, bake some of our honey-kissed savory shortbread crackers<\/a> for a little flavor variation, and serve them alongside the savory cookies and cheese spreads.<\/p>\n Yes, plenty of cookie recipes contain no cane sugar (though many use an alternate sweetener, such as maple syrup<\/a>). Check out these sugar-free cookie recipes<\/a> for loads of delicious ideas.<\/p>\n Yes, you can. Instead of making a log, make a dough ball, chill it, then flatten it with your hand. Use a rolling pin to make it a uniform thickness. Cut the dough with a knife or cookie cutters, then bake, but keep in mind that the cooking time will be greatly reduced, depending on the thickness. Check them after five or six minutes, then keep an eye on them, removing them when they’re crisp and browning.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Our savory cookies are cheesy, buttery and incredibly delicious, on their own or with a cheese spread. They’re also simple to make, taking only 10 minutes to bake once the dough sets in the fridge. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Make the cookie dough<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Bake the cookies<\/h3>\n
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Savory Cookie Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Savory Cookies<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze savory cookies?<\/h3>\n
Can you make savory cookies ahead of time?<\/h3>\n
Savory Cookie Tips<\/h2>\n
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What should I serve with these savory shortbread cookies?<\/h3>\n
Can I make other cookies without sugar?<\/h3>\n
Could I make these cookies thinner?<\/h3>\n