Cheese & Mustard Straws
When you take a bite of these delightful twisted cheese straws, you are met with a perfect balance of sharp cheddar, subtle heat from the cayenne, and a touch of mustard. The flaky, buttery pastry encases the flavorful cheese mixture, creating a satisfying crunch with each twist. Serve these golden-brown baked treats as a delicious snack or appetizer and watch them disappear in no time.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 375g sheet shortcrust pastry
- 50g grated cheddar cheese
- pinch mustard powder
- pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 egg , beaten
Instructions
- Cover half the shortcrust pastry sheet with grated cheddar, mustard powder and cayenne. Fold the pastry over like a book and roll lightly with a rolling pin to seal.
- Cut into 1cm strips, then halve each strip and twist 2-3 times. Place on a baking tray lined with baking parchment, cover with cling film and freeze. To serve, brush with beaten egg and cook at 200C/180C fan/gas 6 for 25-30 mins or until golden and crisp.
Cook Time
30M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 28
Nutrition
- Calories: 72 calories
- Fat Content: 5 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 2 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 6 grams carbohydrates
- Protein Content: 2 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.18 milligram of sodium
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