Cheese Tidbits

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Cheese Tidbits are savory, crunchy snacks combining sharp Cheddar cheese with rice Krispies for a delightful texture. Perfect for parties, casual gatherings, or as a quick treat, these cheese-flavored morsels are easy to make and irresistibly cheesy with a hint of spice.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. softened margarine
  • 2 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 2 c. flour
  • 2 c. Rice Krispies
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. red pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients and mix well.
  2. Form into balls about the size of marbles.
  3. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  4. Press down with a fork in a crisscross fashion.
  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F for 20 minutes.
  6. Crisp but not brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

482 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.4g 19% DV
Total Fat 31.1g 40% DV
Carbs 41.7g 15% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 6.1g 12% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10105.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 114.8mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 24.8mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 191mcg 21% DV
Vitamin C 31.9mg 35% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 190.5mg 15% DV
Iron 2mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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