Gold Fish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Seasoning
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Whisk until well blended.
- 2
Incorporate Butter
Add the unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Cheese
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed throughout the flour and butter mixture.
- 4
Add Water
Gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. You want a firm but pliable dough.
- 5
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
Shaping and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 7
Roll Out Dough
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- 8
Cut Into Shapes
Using a fish-shaped cookie cutter, cut out shapes from the rolled dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- 9
Season the Fish
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over the fish-shaped cutouts.
- 10
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the gold fish cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy your homemade gold fish snacks!
