Blue Cheese Straws
Get ready to elevate your snack game with these irresistible Blue Cheese Straws – a crispy, cheesy, and savory delight that's perfect for parties, appetizers, or an indulgent treat. Made with a luxurious blend of tangy blue cheese, nutty Parmesan, and a touch of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick, these puff-pastry-inspired straws deliver a burst of bold flavor in every bite. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and an easy twist-and-bake technique, they’re as impressive as they are effortless. Serve them fresh out of the oven for a warm, flaky bite, or let them cool for a perfectly crunchy snack that pairs beautifully with wine or cocktails. If you're searching for a crowd-pleasing cheese snack or appetizer, these Blue Cheese Straws are guaranteed to steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams all-purpose flour
- 115 grams unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 120 grams blue cheese, crumbled
- 30 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoons water (if needed)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Add the crumbled blue cheese and grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl. Gently mix until evenly distributed throughout the flour-butter mixture.
Bring the dough together by kneading it lightly. If the mixture is too dry to come together, add a tablespoon of water, a little at a time, until it forms a cohesive dough.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to chill.
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangular shape, about 1/4-inch thick.
Using a pastry cutter or a sharp knife, cut the dough into strips that are approximately 1/2-inch wide and 5-6 inches long.
Transfer the strips to the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them. For added flair, gently twist each strip before placing it down.
Lightly brush each straw with the beaten egg to ensure a golden, shiny finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until the cheese straws are golden and crisp.
Let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.9 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 533 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 95 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
