Description
These crispy Hungarian potato cheese sticks are a delightful savory snack with a flavorful blend of mashed potatoes, sharp cheese, and Hungarian paprika. Perfect for parties or as a tasty treat, these baked sticks are a must-try for cheese lovers.
Ingredients
Mashed Potatoes:
1 cup
All-Purpose Flour:
1 1/2 cups
Baking Powder:
1/2 teaspoon
Salt:
1/2 teaspoon
Ground Black Pepper:
1/4 teaspoon
Sweet Hungarian Paprika:
1/2 teaspoon
Unsalted Butter (cold and cubed):
1/4 cup
Sharp Cheese (shredded, e.g., aged cheddar or Trappist-style):
1 cup
Egg (beaten, for egg wash):
1
Sesame Seeds or Extra Paprika for Topping:
Optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, mix mashed potatoes, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Add cold cubed butter and blend until crumbly. Mix in cheese, knead into a soft dough.
- Shape Sticks: Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into sticks, transfer to baking sheet.
- Egg Wash: Brush tops with beaten egg, sprinkle with sesame seeds or paprika.
- Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and crisp. Cool before serving.
Notes
- Best served warm, great as snacks or party appetizers.
- Store in airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in oven for extra crispiness.
