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Hungarian Cheese Sticks

Name: Hungarian Cheese Sticks
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 500 g All-purpose flour; 250 g Cold butter; 200 g Sour cream (20% fat); 150 g Grated cheese (e.g., Trappista, Emmental) for dough; 100 g Grated cheese for topping; 1 pc Egg yolk; 1 pc Whole egg for brushing; 10 g Salt; 5 g Baking powder

Difficulty

easy

Time

1h 20m

Price Category

average

Calories

Very High

Hungarian Cheese Sticks are a true classic in Hungarian cuisine, a perfect savory snack for any occasion. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with delicious cheese in every bite. They are ideal as an appetizer for guests, a snack with wine, or simply a delightful treat with your afternoon coffee. They are easy to prepare, and the aroma that fills your kitchen while baking will instantly captivate you.

ingredients

6 Servings

500 g All-purpose flour250 g Cold butter200 g Sour cream (20% fat)150 g Grated cheese (e.g., Trappista, Emmental) for dough100 g Grated cheese for topping1 pc Egg yolk1 pc Whole egg for brushing10 g Salt5 g Baking powder

Steps

Prepare the Dough

In a large bowl, mix the flour with baking powder and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and rub it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Then, add the grated cheese, egg yolk, and sour cream, quickly kneading it into a smooth dough. Do not overwork the dough! Wrap it in plastic film and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Shape and Preheat

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan-assisted ovens). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 0.5 cm thickness. Using a sharp knife or a pastry wheel, cut the dough into sticks approximately 1 cm wide and 8-10 cm long. Place the sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush and Bake

Whisk the whole egg and brush it over the top of the sticks. Sprinkle generously with the remaining grated cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm or at room temperature.

Extra Tips

► For a truly flaky dough, make sure to use cold butter cut into cubes when mixing it with the flour.

► Don't overwork the dough; mix it just until it comes together, otherwise, it will become tough.

► Experiment with different types of cheese for the topping, like smoked cheese or Parmesan, for an extra flavor boost!

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 80g / 2.8 oz
Calories	420 kcal	336 kcal
Protein	18g	14.4g
Fat	30g	24g
Carbohydrate	28g	22.4g
Fiber	1g	0.8g
Sugar	1g	0.8g

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