Get the Recipe: Cheddar Cheese Straws
Cheddar cheese straws are the ultimate savory treat, crisp, cheesy, and irresistible. Bring them out and watch them disappear in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups (187 g) all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ pound sharp orange Cheddar, room temperature
- ½ cup (113 g or 1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Use a box grater to grate the cheddar cheese.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, add the cheese and butter. Mix on medium-high speed until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, cayenne pepper and paprika. Add to the butter and cheese mixture, and mix just until combined.
- Form the dough into a log and wrap in plastic wrap. Let the dough sit for 20 minutes or store in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.
- Roll dough 1/8-inch thick. Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut into 6-inch long strips about 1/2-inch wide. Transfer strips to prepared baking sheet and gently twist. Reroll scraps and repeat with remaining dough.
- Bake at 375℉ for 12 to 14 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three weeks.
Notes
Store completely cooled straws in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.
Recipe inspired by NYT Cooking
Serving: 1cheese straw, Calories: 40kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 64mg, Potassium: 7mg, Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 0.02g, Vitamin A: 93IU, Vitamin C: 0.01mg, Calcium: 28mg, Iron: 0.2mg