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Cheddar & Herb Cheese Straws

Irresistible Cheddar & Herb Cheese Straws You’ll Love to Munch

Enjoy these Cheddar & Herb Cheese Straws, the perfect crunchy snack for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 straws
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Grated Extra-Sharp Cheddar Cheese Provides rich flavor and a cheesy texture
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to the straws
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adds a subtle heat
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs (e.g., rosemary/thyme) Contributes aromatic flavor
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Adds richness and flakiness
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Moistens the dough

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food processor
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, combine the cheese, flour, salt, red pepper flakes, and herbs. Pulse until it resembles coarse meal.
  3. Add the butter and pulse until crumbly. Then, pour in the heavy cream and pulse until the dough starts to come together.
  4. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently. Shape into a rectangle about 1 inch high, then cut in half.
  5. Roll each half into an 8x10-inch rectangle, about 1/8 inch thick, using flour as needed.
  6. Cut the rolled-out dough into strips about ¼ inch wide.
  7. Transfer the strips to the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between them.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through.
  9. Once baked, cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1strawCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 30mgVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Store leftover cheese straws in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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