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Spicy Cheese Straws Recipe

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Deliciously crisp and spicy cheese straws made with a buttery dough infused with Parmesan cheese and finely chopped red chilli. These savory snacks are perfect for serving at parties or enjoying with drinks, featuring a perfect balance of heat, sharpness, and a melt-in-the-mouth texture.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 200 g plain white flour (all purpose flour)
  • ¼ tsp English mustard powder
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch salt and black pepper

Wet Ingredients

  • 125 g salted butter, cold and cubed
  • 75 g Parmesan cheese or vegetarian hard cheese alternative
  • 1 red chilli, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp whole milk
  • 1 medium free range egg, beaten (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 200°C (180°C fan / 390°F) to get it ready for baking the cheese straws.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, English mustard powder, and freshly ground black pepper to evenly distribute the spices.
  3. Add butter and create crumb: Incorporate the cold, cubed salted butter into the flour mixture by rubbing together with your fingers until the mixture looks like fine crumbs and the flour has taken on a yellowish hue. Alternatively, pulse in a food processor.
  4. Mix in cheese and chilli: Stir through the finely grated Parmesan cheese and the finely chopped red chilli using a fork to evenly distribute the flavors.
  5. Add milk and form dough: Pour in the milk and use a knife to cut through the mixture until it just begins to clump together, then gently knead with your hands until a smooth dough forms.
  6. Roll out the dough: On a floured surface, roll the dough into a roughly 28cm (11-inch) square about 3-4mm (1/8 inch) thick, trimming the edges to keep even sides.
  7. Cut into strips: Using a ruler for accuracy, slice the dough square into long strips about 1.5cm (1/2 inch) wide to shape the cheese straws.
  8. Arrange on baking sheets: Place the strips on one or two nonstick baking sheets with spacing between them to allow even baking.
  9. Brush with egg wash: Lightly brush the tops of each straw with the beaten egg to promote browning and shine when baked.
  10. Season: Sprinkle a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper on top of each cheese straw for an extra kick of seasoning.
  11. Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese straws are crisp and golden brown.
  12. Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the cheese straws cool on the tray. They should be light, crisp, and sturdy enough to pick up without breaking.

Notes

  • You can substitute Parmesan with a vegetarian hard cheese alternative if desired.
  • Adjust the amount of chilli to suit your preferred heat level.
  • Use cold butter for a flakier texture.
  • Ensure dough is rolled evenly to bake uniformly.
  • Store cooled cheese straws in an airtight container to maintain crispness.

Keywords: cheese straws, spicy snacks, Parmesan cheese, party appetizer, baked cheese straws

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