Southern Cheese Straws

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

Makes 20-25 cheese straws

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine Southern

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 608kcal

Author Imma

Preheat the oven to 350℉ (180°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
In a food processor, pulse the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, paprika, thyme, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper until 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 to a floured surface and roll it out with a rolling pin to about ¼ inch thick. Then create lines on the dough with a fork.
Cut the dough into strips and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Alternatively, make the dough a little softer and use a piping bag to pipe it directly onto the baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Let them cool, and enjoy!

A pastry cutter, two butter knives, or a fork will work fine if you don't have a food processor.
Avoid overworking the dough because it may get sticky. Wet your hands to keep the dough from sticking to them.
Please remember that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used.