Cheese Curls Recipe
American · Snack · 40 min total
These homemade cheese curls are a fun, cheesy snack made from a simple choux pastry dough, baked to crispy perfection. They're a healthier twist on the classic store-bought version.
15
min prep
min prep
25
min cook
min cook
6
servings
servings
280
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Add flour all at once, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Stir in grated cheddar cheese, cayenne (if using), and paprika until well combined.
- Transfer dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 2-inch long strips onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Rotate pans halfway through baking.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve at room temperature.
Tips
- For extra crispy curls, turn off the oven and leave them inside to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Re-crisp in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
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