Description
Crispy Parmesan cheese straws elevate snack time with their irresistible crunch and bold flavor profile. Southern hospitality meets gourmet elegance in these slender, golden pastry treats that will delight you at first bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound sharp orange Cheddar, shredded
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cream butter and cheese together with salt, pepper, and paprika until achieving a uniform, silky texture with no visible lumps.
- Gradually incorporate flour into the mixture, stirring gently until ingredients are just combined and a soft dough forms.
- Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a star tip or roll out on a lightly floured surface to create elegant, thin ribbons or classic straws.
- Arrange the shaped cheese straws onto parchment-lined baking sheets, ensuring slight spacing between each piece to allow even heat circulation.
- Position the trays in a preheated oven at 350°F, baking for approximately 10-12 minutes until edges turn delicately golden and crisp.
- Remove from oven and let cheese straws cool completely on wire racks, allowing them to firm up and develop a satisfying crunch before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Ensure butter is at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a more intense, tangy flavor that elevates the entire snack.
- For gluten-free version, swap regular flour with almond or gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Experiment with different spices like cayenne or smoked paprika to customize heat and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 446
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 299 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 78 mg