3-Ingredient Southern Cheese Straws

3-Ingredient Southern Cheese Straws


There’s something wonderfully old-fashioned about a batch of homemade cheese straws. They’re crisp, buttery, cheesy, and just the kind of little savory bite that disappears from a serving plate much faster than you expect!


And the best part? You only need three ingredients to make them.


Sharp cheddar cheese, softened butter, and self-rising flour come together into a soft dough that can be piped into classic cheese straws or shaped by hand. After a quick bake, the edges turn lightly browned and crisp while the inside stays wonderfully cheesy.


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What Are Southern Cheese Straws?


Southern cheese straws are savory baked snacks made from a simple cheese-based dough.


This version keeps things especially easy with just:


Sharp cheddar cheese

Unsalted butter

Self-rising flour


The dough can be transferred to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip for a classic ridged appearance, or shaped into ropes by hand if you prefer a simpler approach.


The finished cheese straws are baked until lightly browned and crisp around the edges.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe


There are so many reasons to keep a recipe this simple nearby!


Only 3 ingredients