Grizzlenuckles

Get ready to fall in love with Grizzlenuckles, a delightfully savory pastry that’s flaky, cheesy, and bursting with flavor! These golden, hand-held bites feature a buttery, homemade dough encasing a rich filling made from creamy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and chives. With a hint of garlic and paprika for an added kick, every bite is pure comfort food bliss. Perfectly golden and crisp thanks to a simple egg wash, these pastries are easy to prepare yet look impressively gourmet, making them ideal for appetizers, snacks, or even brunch gatherings. Best served warm, Grizzlenuckles will quickly become the highlight of any table—a sure crowd-pleaser that’s as fun to say as it is to eat!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 8 tablespoons ice water
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons paprika
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon milk

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and a pinch of salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, parsley, chives, garlic powder, and paprika until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter) to cut out circles of dough.

Step 6

Place a generous tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the tops of the pastries.

Step 8

Place the Grizzlenuckles on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.

Step 9

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	870.3 grams (870.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2956

Total Fat 189.40g	243%
Saturated Fat 112.50g	563%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 536mg	179%
Sodium 1461mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 248.20g	90%
Dietary Fiber 8.90g	32%
Total Sugars 10.10g
Protein 74.70g	149%

Vitamin D 31IU	153%
Calcium 1122mg	86%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 886mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.9%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 33.1%