Ingredients
Equipment
Method
For the Savory Cookies
- In a large bowl (or food processor), whisk together flour, salt, black pepper, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips (or pulse in a food processor) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
- Using a 2-inch round cookie cutter, cut out circles. Carefully transfer cookies to the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between them. Reroll scraps as needed.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and cookies are firm.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Feta & Herb Filling
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, finely crumbled feta cheese, minced chives, minced dill, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
Assembly
- Once the cookies are completely cool, spread about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of the feta and herb filling on the flat side of one cookie.
- Top with another cookie, pressing gently to form a sandwich.
- Repeat with the remaining cookies and filling.
Notes
Store savory sandwich cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For best flavor, let them come to room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving. These are excellent with a glass of wine or as part of a cheese board.
