Phyllo Cheese Straws with Pesto
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Phyllo Cheese Straws with Pesto are an irresistible appetizer or snack that's as easy to make as they are impressive to serve. Layers of delicate phyllo dough are brushed with melted butter, sprinkled with finely grated Parmesan cheese, and spread with vibrant pesto before being twisted into elegant spirals and baked to perfection. The result? A light, flaky texture with a savory medley of herbal and cheesy notes in every bite. Perfect for entertaining or enjoying as a gourmet treat, these cheese straws are ready in under 40 minutes, making them a quick yet sophisticated addition to any occasion. Pair with a glass of wine or your favorite dip for a truly crowd-pleasing experience. Keywords: phyllo cheese straws, easy appetizers, crispy cheese snacks, pesto recipes, party snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 sheets phyllo dough sheets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 ounces parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 cup pesto
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Carefully lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean work surface and brush it lightly with melted butter.
Sprinkle about 1 1/2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese evenly over the sheet.
Lay a second sheet of phyllo dough on top, lightly brush with more butter, and sprinkle another 1 1/2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese.
Spread 2 tablespoons of pesto evenly across the top layer of the phyllo stack using a spatula.
Repeat the layers (phyllo sheet, butter, cheese, and pesto) until all 8 sheets of phyllo are stacked, with pesto spread on the topmost sheet.
Lightly dust your work surface with flour, then gently roll the stacked phyllo sheets with a rolling pin to press the layers together.
Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, slice the phyllo stack into strips approximately 1-inch wide.
Pick up each strip, twist it gently to create a spiral, and place it on the prepared baking sheet, spacing each straw about 1 inch apart.
Sprinkle the straws with a pinch of salt and black pepper for seasoning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the straws are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the straws cool slightly on the baking sheets before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.9 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.9 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 252 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 4065 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 72.8 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1626 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 758 mg | 16% | |
*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.
