How to Make Delicious Cheesy Cheese Straws - A Step-by-Step Guide

Do you love cheese? Are you a fan of crispy, flaky snacks? If so, you're in for a treat with this recipe for delicious cheesy cheese straws. These savory and addictive snacks are perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply enjoying as a tasty snack at home. With their rich, buttery flavor and cheesy goodness, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

These cheese straws are made with just a few simple ingredients, but they pack a big punch when it comes to flavor. The star...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 20 straws

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Process Cheddar cheese, flour, butter, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, and salt in a food processor until large crumbs form; transfer to a bowl. Stir milk into the cheese mixture until it forms a ball of dough.
  • Roll dough out onto a lightly floured work surface to about 1/8-inch thick. Use a pizza cutter or thin knife to trim the edges of the dough to leave a large square with sides measuring 7 to 8 inches. Cut dough into 1/3-inch strips and arrange onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until puffy, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese over the warm cheese straws.
  • Nutrition

    250 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 57mg
    • Sodium: 309mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Calcium: 164mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 42mg