Cheese Straws

MAKES: 60

COOK TIME: 10 Min

These Cheese Straws are a favorite 'cause they're easy to make and tasty as can be. They're just as great for snack time as they are for dipping into a bowl of soup or chili.

What You'll Need

2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

What to Do

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat rimmed baking sheets with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Using your hands, knead well until a soft dough forms.
Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to a 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 1/2- x 3- inch strips; place on baking sheets.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden. Serve warm or allow to cool completely, then place in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Notes

Dipping these in a bowl of our Chili Beef Soup is our idea of fabulous!

Nutritional InformationShow More

Servings Per Recipe: 60

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Calories 40
Calories from Fat 25
Total Fat 2.8g 4 %
Saturated Fat 1.8g 9 %
Trans Fat 0.1g 0 %
Protein 1.3g 3 %

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
Cholesterol 8.0mg 3 %
Sodium 47mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 2.4g 1 %
Dietary Fiber 0.1g 0 %
Sugars 0.0g 0 %

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Desuhu

Apr 19, 2022

I followed the recipe exactly and could hardly work the dough and get it to stick together. When I attempted to roll it out, the dough started breaking into little pieces. I finally got a few strips cut and baked them, but did not like the taste. Thought they were very bland.

jobrant 6641549

Jun 08, 2018

These are delicious! They are easy to make and do not break up like some i have had. They will be a hit at any party !

Barbarainnc

Apr 27, 2018

My recipe is similar. I use a cookie press to make long star shaped pieces. Makes a lot, they freeze well, if there is any left. Recipe is 3 sticks salted butter, 1 pound block of sharp cheddar cheese, grated, 1/4 teaspoon of ground red pepper. 4 cups of all purpose flour. Beat the butter, cheese and red pepper. Gradually add the flour til combined. Squirt out with a cookie press with the star shaped disc. Make long pieces. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.

BeckySue

May 01, 2016

I can't wait to make these! I think the kids in my home daycare will love these cheese straws! These are not too spicy for them either, but you can adjust the red pepper flakes to taste. Red pepper flakes add flavor before the heat gets you! lol

smithvalerie909 02 35240

Apr 14, 2016

these are great cant stop eating them

rolltidefan4 21518 10

Apr 06, 2016

I love these and sometimes make a small ball and mash with a fork and make wafers...and they are 'so good'

BaconBombshell

Oct 09, 2015

I really enjoyed these cheese straws. They were a bit crumbly, but that didn't affect the taste at all. I'd eat them again, and again.

Foodismylife

Oct 09, 2015

These are basically homemade Cheez-Its! They're awesome, and like "SpicyGirl" said, it's hard to stop at just a couple of them.

SpicyGirl

Oct 09, 2015

making a double batch next time - yummy & hard to eat just one or two!

Lady Ouachita

Dec 15, 2013

This is a wonderful recipe, been using this since the 60's. It's addictive! I place the dough in my cookie press which makes for very pretty cheese straws.

TOMPLYMA 7106886

Dec 11, 2013

Don't put the recipe up until the pic is ready!