Cheddar Cheese Straws

Cheddar Cheese Straws
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    48 People
  • VIEWS
    561

Savor the delightful crunch of these cheddar cheese straws, a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food. Infused with a hint of cayenne, they're the perfect savory snack or elegant hors d'oeuvre to impress your guests.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Cholesterol
    6 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    103 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Prepare a baking sheet by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Add the cold margarine and incorporate it into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Stir in the shredded Cheddar cheese. Gradually add the ice water, mixing until a stiff dough forms. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins On a lightly floured surface, roll small portions of the dough into pencil-thick sticks. Cut the sticks into 4 to 5-inch lengths. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Arrange the cheese straws on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between each. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 12 mins Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. (12 minutes)

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07 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Let the cheese straws cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)

For a richer flavor, use a high-quality aged Cheddar cheese.
Ensure the margarine is very cold for a flakier texture.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference.
These cheese straws can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.9/ 5 ( 187 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Kris Feest

    I made these with my kids, and they had so much fun rolling the dough. Delicious and easy!

  • Edmond Herzog

    These were a hit at my party! Everyone loved the little kick from the cayenne.

  • Peter Stanton

    I substituted butter for margarine and they turned out great!

  • Laurence Huel

    The best cheese straws I've ever had! The dough was easy to work with, and they baked up perfectly crispy.

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