Low Sodium Crispy Cheddar Cheese Sticks
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of **Low Sodium Crispy Cheddar Cheese Sticks**, a savory snack that combines guilt-free indulgence with bold, cheesy flavor. Perfectly designed for those watching their sodium intake, this recipe uses low-sodium cheddar cheese and unsalted butter to keep the salt content in check while delivering maximum taste. Enhanced with the warm spices of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a subtle kick from crushed red pepper flakes, these cheese sticks are baked to golden perfection for a light and crispy texture. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, they make an ideal appetizer, party snack, or midday treat when served warm or at room temperature. These homemade cheese sticks are perfect for health-conscious snackers who crave a comforting crunch without sacrificing flavor—your next go-to recipe for delicious low-sodium treats!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Cheddar cheese (low sodium)
- 100 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 30 ml Ice water
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Grate the low sodium cheddar cheese and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and ground black pepper.
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips or a pastry blender to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the grated low sodium cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
Add the ice water gradually, starting with half and mixing with a fork until the dough begins to come together. Add more water a tablespoon at a time if the dough is too dry.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently a few times until smooth.
Roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick. Cut into strips about 1/2 inch wide and 3-4 inches long.
Transfer the strips to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each strip.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the cheese sticks are golden and crispy.
Let the cheese sticks cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your low sodium crispy cheddar cheese sticks!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.4 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.8 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 379 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 771 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.4 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 73.8 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1822 mg | 140% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 428 mg | 9% | |
*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.
