Prepare to indulge in the delightful realm of cheese straws, a golden-brown delicacy that will tantalize your taste buds and elevate any occasion. These irresistible treats are crafted with a simple yet flavorful dough, generously coated in a savory blend of grated cheese, and baked to perfection. As you bite into a crispy cheese straw, the rich, cheesy flavor bursts in your mouth, leaving you craving more. This article presents a collection of easy-to-follow recipes, catering to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Discover the classic cheese straw recipe for a timeless indulgence, explore gluten-free and vegan alternatives for inclusive enjoyment, and unleash your creativity with unique variations featuring different cheeses and seasonings. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, these cheese straw recipes will guide you towards creating mouthwatering snacks that will impress your friends and family.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
EASY CHEESE STRAWS
Five ingredients transform into long, crisp cracker sticks. The hand-held snacks make for easy mingling at parties.-Elizabeth Robinson, Conroe, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. Beat in cheese until blended. Combine flour, salt and cayenne; stir into cheese mixture until a dough forms. Roll into a 15x6-in. rectangle. Cut into thirty 6-in. strips. Gently place strips 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets., Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 5g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CHEESE STRAWS
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Yield 48 3 1/2 by 1/2 inch straws
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Add grated cheese to pie mix. Blend and add cayenne to taste. Roll out on lightly floured surface and cut in strips. The thinner you roll the dough the better. Put on cookie sheet and bake until slightly brown. Remove from oven and sprinkle with salt before removing from pan. Remove to racks and allow cooling. Store in covered container.
EASY AS PIE CHEESE STRAWS
Our family has always loved cheese straws but sometimes I lack the time to make the traditional recipe. This one is much easier and almost as good!
Provided by Gwanny Hill
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 43m
Yield 4-5 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Using food processor or mixer, blend pie crust mix, cheese spread and cayenne pepper until dough ball is formed.
- Chill dough for 20 minutes before rolling out and cutting with desired cookie cutter shape, or cutting into strips approximately 2 inches in length.
- Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake in pre-heated 375 degree oven for 8 minutes.
- Remove from pan after cooling 5 minutes.
- Store in air-tight container.
- NOTE: Preparation time includes 20 minutes chilling time.
CHEESE STRAWS
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 dozen cheese straws
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Put the softened cheese and butter in the bowl of a heavy-duty electric mixer. Using the heaviest mixer paddle attachment, beat until the mixture has the consistency of whipped cream, 15 to 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, sift 3 cups of the flour with the salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper and garlic powder. Gradually add the seasoned flour to the cheese mixture by large spoonfuls, beating well after each addition. Add the remaining 1 cup unseasoned flour incrementally until the dough is somewhat stiff but still soft enough to be pushed through a cookie press; you may not need to add all the flour.
- Lightly spray 4 cookie sheets with cooking spray. Put a portion of the dough into a cookie press fitted with the star tube and press the dough onto a cookie sheet in long strips that run the length of the pan. Repeat until the pan is full. Bake until straws are golden brown and crisp, about 20 minutes.
- With your hands or a sharp knife, break or cut the long strips into 3-inch lengths. Use a flat, thin spatula or an egg turner to remove the cheese strips from the pan. Allow them to cool on a wire rack. When they are completely cool, serve or store in a tightly covered container.
QUICK CHEESE STRAWS
Delicious cheesy sticks, perfect for dipping, just as good on their own - ready in under 20 minutes.
Provided by Emma Lewis
Categories Buffet, Canapes, Lunch, Snack
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- heat oven to 220c/fan 200c/gas 7. Unroll a puff pastry, scatter over a couple of handfuls of grated Parmesan, then fold in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out to the thickness of a £1 coin. Cut into 1cm strips, then twist the strips 3-4 times. Lay on a baking sheet, scatter over more cheese and bake for 12 mins, or until golden. Leave to cool, then keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days. As these cheese straws are very delicate, roll them in kitchen paper before packing into a plastic container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.18 milligram of sodium
STRAWBERRY CHEESE PIE
This is the 1999 American Pie Council 's National Pie Championship's first place winner in the Cream Pie Category.
Provided by Marion Goldstein
Categories Desserts Pies Fruit Pie Recipes Strawberry Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine flour and salt in medium bowl. Cut in shortening and butter until all the flour is blended to form pea-sized crumbs. Sprinkle with water one tablespoon at a time. Toss lightly with a fork until dough forms a ball. Chill dough 15 to 30 minutes.
- Roll dough between two sheets of wax paper into an 11 inch circle. Remove top sheet of wax paper and lay into 9 inch pie pan. Prick bottom and sides of pie shell thoroughly to prevent shrinkage.
- Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool to room temperature.
- Combine cream cheese and confectioner 's sugar in medium bowl. Beat with electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Beat in vanilla and almond extracts. Fold in whipped cream and almonds by hand until well mixed. Pour into cooled crust. Refrigerate until firm.
- Decorate pie with strawberries fully or just around the edge. Heat jelly in microwave oven just until soft and brush carefully over strawberries until glazed. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Cholesterol 58.9 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 255.9 mg, Sugar 21.4 g
EASY AS PIE STRAWBERRY PIE
This is the easiest strawberry pie around. A pint of fresh strawberries can be used in place of frozen strawberries.
Provided by Michelle Hubbell
Categories Desserts Pies Fruit Pie Recipes Strawberry Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a medium bowl mix together strawberries and glaze. Pour into pie shell. Top with whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 137.6 mg, Sugar 17.1 g
EASY-AS-PIE CHEESE STRAWS
My family and friends loves them and it is so simple and easy to make them. I make them for holiday parties. It is so delicious and tasty.
Provided by Lisa Johnson
Categories Cheese Appetizers
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Process piecrust mix and remaining ingredients in a food processor 30 seconds or until mixture forms a ball, stopping to scrape down sides. Roll with rolling pin and to make into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle on floured wax paper. Use a cookie press fitted with a bar-shaped disk or use a pizza cutter to shape dough into 2 1/2-inch straws. Or divide dough in half, and form each portion into a 7-inch log; wrap in plastic wrap, and chill 1 hour. Cut into 1/4-inch slices. Place cheese straws on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 F. for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer to wire racks to cool.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your cheese straws will turn out. Use a good quality cheddar cheese, and make sure your butter is fresh.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cheese straws to hold their shape in the oven.
- Bake the cheese straws until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are crispy and delicious.
- Serve the cheese straws warm. They are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
- Store the cheese straws in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Cheese straws are a versatile snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a little practice, you can make perfect cheese straws that will impress your friends and family.
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