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Nutritional Values
500kcal
16gProtein
45gCarbs
28gFat
2gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Cheese Sandwich
How to order / say it
Say it
Kaasbroodje — [KAAS-broot-yeh]
Order
I'd like a cheese sandwich, please.
Locally
Ik wil graag een kaasbroodje, alstublieft.
Say locally
Golden puff pastry filled with savory cheese.
Why try it?
Kaasbroodje showcases the Dutch reverence for cheese, captured in a bite-sized snack that's both convenient and delicious.
How it tastes
Crispy on the outside, with gooey cheese filling that offers a nutty, tangy satisfaction typical of good Dutch cheese.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Evolving in the early 20th century, kaasbroodje paralleled industrialization and food processing advancements, cementing its place as a Dutch fast food staple.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g puff pastry
- 🥛 150 g Gouda cheese
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🥛 20 g butter
Method
- 1 Thaw the puff pastry and cut into squares.
- 2 Place cheese in the center and fold pastry over.
- 3 Brush with beaten egg and bake until golden brown.
- 4 Allow to cool slightly before serving.
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