Cheese Straws

These light and crispy Southern Cheese Straws take finger food to the next level! Cheesy, buttery, crunchy snacks that are simply irresistible!

Makes 20-25 cheese straws

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Southern

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 608kcal

Author Imma

Preheat the oven to 350℉/176°C.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a food processor, add the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, paprika, thyme, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix until all are combined.
Next, add the shredded cheese and cubed butter to the food processor. Pulse for 15-20 seconds until it resembles coarse sand.
Pour in the water one tablespoon at a time. Then keep pulsing until it forms a soft dough.

Transfer the dough onto floured surface.
Use a rolling pin to roll the dough to about ¼ inch thick. Then use a fork to run through some lines on the dough.
Cut the dough into strips and transfer them in a parchment-lined baking sheet on a single layer. Alternatively, you can also use a piping bag and pipe it directly onto the baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden brown. Take them out and let them cool first. Enjoy!

Experiment with different piping tips to create more textures and fun shapes.
Use a pastry cutter or fork if you don't have a food processor.
Refrain from overworking the dough because it may get sticky. But the extra flour from the working surface will firm it up and come together once you flatten it with a rolling pin.
Try combining cheese and puff pastry for a shortcut.
Please remember that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used.