Description
Crispy and savory cheese straws, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ice water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Gradually add the ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
- Cut the dough into 1/2-inch wide strips. You can twist each strip for a spiral effect.
- Place the strips onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For gluten-free cheese straws, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend and ensure your cheese is gluten-free.
- For spicy cheese straws, increase the cayenne pepper or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- These can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 straws
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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