Rice Krispie Cheese Straws Recipe (Crispy Cheddar Sticks)
This Rice Krispie cheese straws recipe is made by mixing sharp cheddar with butter, flour, and a touch of paprika, then shaping the dough into thin sticks and baking until crisp. It’s a handy savory snack for tea time, soups, or a party board. For best results, chill the dough briefly before cutting—this helps the straws keep clean edges in the oven.
Ingredients
For the dough
Step-by-Step Method
Preheat and line the tray
Heat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment so the sticks release easily.
Mix the dough
Combine the shredded cheddar, margarine, and butter. Add the flour, paprika, and hot pepper sauce, then mix just until a smooth, non-sticky dough forms.
Chill briefly
Wrap the dough and chill for 10 minutes. This makes it easier to roll and slice into neat straws.
Shape the straws
Roll the dough thin between two sheets of parchment. Cut into narrow strips and twist or leave straight. If you like, press each strip lightly into crushed rice cereal for extra crunch.
Bake until crisp
Arrange the straws with a little space between them. Bake 40–45 minutes, until dry and lightly golden at the edges. Check in the last 10 minutes since ovens vary.
Cool and serve
Let them sit on the pan for 5 minutes, then move to a rack. They crisp up more as they cool. Serve with soup or as a savory snack.