chili cheese bites

Henderson, TN
Updated on Feb 19, 2010

This version of "cheese straws" is a great snack - but be careful, if you start eating them hot out of the oven, there just might not be any left for anyone else!

prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
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yield

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 6 tablespoons butter, chilled and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • - paprika, for sprinkling
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

How To Make chili cheese bites

  • Step 1
    blend flour and butter until the consistency of bread crumbs
  • Step 2
    add cheese, chili powder and worcestershire, mix well to a soft dough consistency (add more cheese if desired)
  • Step 3
    shape as desired or roll out and cut, or press through cookie press. I shaped into ovals and then drug fork tines through the top.
  • Step 4
    bake for 10-15 minutes at 325 degrees until crisp, cool on wire rack and sprinkle with paprika

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