Nana's Famous Cheese Straws
Get ready to delight your taste buds with Nana’s Famous Cheese Straws, a timeless Southern classic packed with bold flavor and irresistible crunch! Made with sharp cheddar cheese, creamy butter, and a touch of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick, these savory treats are the perfect balance of cheesy goodness and delicate spice. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these golden, crisp cheese straws are piped into elegant shapes using a star-tipped piping bag or cookie press, then baked to perfection. Serve them as an addictive appetizer, a party snack, or a crowd-pleasing addition to your next charcuterie board. Whether enjoyed fresh or stored for later, these homemade cheese straws are sure to become a household favorite.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and softened butter. Use a hand mixer or wooden spoon to cream the mixture together until smooth.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, ground cayenne pepper, paprika, and salt.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cheese mixture, stirring well after each addition until a soft dough forms.
Step 5
Transfer the dough to a large piping bag fitted with a star-shaped tip. Alternatively, you can use a cookie press for shaping.
Step 6
Pipe the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, forming 3- to 4-inch straws. Leave about an inch of space between each piece.
Step 7
Bake the cheese straws in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden and crisp. Rotate the baking sheets halfway through cooking for even baking.
Step 8
Remove the cheese straws from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Enjoy them as a snack or serve them at your next gathering!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (542.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2450.8 |
| Total Fat 170.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 109.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 498.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2641.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 160.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 75.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1652.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 490.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories