Description
These Cheddar & Herb Cheese Straws are a delightful combination of flaky puff pastry, sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and fresh herbs, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for parties or as a savory snack!
Ingredients
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Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- all-purpose flour for dusting
Cheese Mixture:
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as chives, thyme, or parsley)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Egg Wash:
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface, brush with egg wash.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle with cheeses, herbs, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Press toppings into the pastry.
- Cut and twist: Cut pastry into strips, twist each strip, and place on baking sheet.
- Bake: Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Cool and serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Best served fresh, store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Experiment with different cheese and herb combinations for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 straw
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
