Mary Berry Cheese Straws Recipe
Cheese straws are thin, crispy strips of buttery pastry flavored with cheese and a hint of seasoning. Mary Berry’s version uses a flaky puff pastry base to create a light yet indulgent treat that’s bursting with cheesy flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 20 cheese straws 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g ready-made puff pastry
- 100g cheddar cheese, grated
- 50g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 tsp mustard powder (optional)
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 3mm thick.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle half of the grated cheddar and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the pastry. Fold the pastry in half and roll it out again to incorporate the cheese into the layers.
- Season the Pastry: Sprinkle the remaining cheese, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper (if using) over the surface. Roll lightly with a rolling pin to press the toppings into the pastry.
- Cut the Straws: Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the pastry into strips about 1cm wide and 10-12cm long. Twist each strip gently to create a spiral shape and place them on the prepared baking tray.
- Egg Wash: Brush each cheese straw with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese straws are puffed up and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cheese straws to cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Find it online: https://britishrecipeshub.co.uk/mary-berry-cheese-straws-recipe/