Savory Cheddar Cheese Straws
These delightful Savory Cheddar Cheese Straws are a perfect combination of cheesy goodness and crunchy texture, inspired by traditional Southern recipes. Originating from Paula Deen's collection featured in a past Good Housekeeping issue, these treats are sure to impress your family and friends. Made with sharp cheddar cheese and a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick, these straws are an irresistible addition to any gathering, snack table, or lunchbox. Simple to prepare and bake, they are the ideal savory snack that can be enjoyed at any time of day. Whether you're hosting a party or just looking for something delicious to munch on, these cheese straws will not disappoint!
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Servings
52
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
self-rising flour
2 cups (measure)
ground cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon (measure)
softened butter
1 cup (soften)
sharp cheddar cheese
7 ounces (bring to room temperature)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cookie sheet by leaving it ungreased.
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2. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and room temperature sharp cheddar cheese together at medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
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3. Gradually add in the self-rising flour and cayenne pepper, then continue to mix for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring the mixture is very creamy and well combined.
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4. Transfer the cheese mixture into a pastry bag or cookie press fitted with a star tip.
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5. Pipe 5-inch long strips of dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about 1-inch apart.
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6. Bake one cookie sheet at a time in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese straws are lightly golden on the edges.
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7. To maintain the mixture's consistency, refrigerate the pastry bag or cookie press while baking each batch to prevent the butter from melting too soft.
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8. After baking, allow the cheese straws to cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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9. Store any leftovers in an air-tight container to keep them fresh and crispy.
Nutrition Information
4.2g
Fat
6.3g
Carbs
1.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main flavor profile of Savory Cheddar Cheese Straws?
The cheese straws feature a savory combination of sharp cheddar cheese with a subtle kick from ground cayenne pepper.
Who is the inspiration for this cheese straw recipe?
This recipe is inspired by Paula Deen's collection.
Where was this recipe originally featured?
It was featured in a past issue of Good Housekeeping.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350"F (175"C).
Do I need to grease the cookie sheet?
No, the recipe specifies using an ungreased cookie sheet.
How much self-rising flour is needed?
The recipe requires 2 cups of measured self-rising flour.
How much cayenne pepper should I add?
Add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper.
What is the required amount of butter?
You will need 1 cup of softened butter.
How much cheese is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 7 ounces of sharp cheddar cheese.
What temperature should the cheddar cheese be before mixing?
The cheese should be brought to room temperature before you begin.
How long do you beat the butter and cheese together?
Beat them at medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
How long should the mixture be beaten after adding the flour?
Continue to mix for an additional 5 minutes to ensure it is very creamy.
What tool is used to shape the cheese straws?
Use a pastry bag or cookie press fitted with a star tip.
How long should each cheese straw strip be?
Pipe the dough into 5-inch long strips.
How much space should be left between each straw on the baking sheet?
Space the strips about 1-inch apart.
Should I bake multiple sheets at once?
The instructions recommend baking one cookie sheet at a time.
What is the total baking time?
The straws should bake for 18 to 20 minutes.
How do I know when the cheese straws are done?
They are done when the edges are lightly golden.
Why should the pastry bag be refrigerated between batches?
Refrigerating it prevents the butter from melting too soft, which maintains the dough's consistency.
How long should the straws cool on the sheet?
Allow them to cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes after baking.
Where should the straws be placed to cool completely?
Transfer them to a wire rack to finish cooling.
How should leftover cheese straws be stored?
Store them in an air-tight container to keep them fresh and crispy.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are 52 calories per serving.
How much fat is in one serving of cheese straws?
Each serving contains 4.2g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving has 6.3g of carbohydrates.
How much protein do these cheese straws provide?
They provide 1.5g of protein per serving.
Are these cheese straws suitable for parties?
Yes, they are an irresistible addition to any party, gathering, or snack table.
What is the texture of these cheese straws?
They have a delightful crunchy texture.
Can I pack these in a lunchbox?
Yes, they make a great savory addition to a lunchbox.
Is this recipe considered easy to prepare?
Yes, the recipe describes them as simple to prepare and bake.