Switzerland Caraway Sticks

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15

Switzerland Caraway Sticks recipe with freshly grated Swiss cheese and caraway seeds

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

227

Sugar

Fat

16g

Switzerland Caraway Sticks are a tasty and simple appetizer that are sure to impress your guests. The combination of freshly grated Swiss cheese and caraway seeds gives this classic recipe a unique twist. The dough is made with flour, shortening, and a bit of salt, and then topped with the savory mixture before being cut into thin strips and baked until golden brown and crispy. Perfect for a party or game day snack, these sticks are easy to customize with different cheeses and spices.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
3.	Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.	Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture forms a ball of dough.
5.	On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle, approximately 1/8 inch thick.
6.	Sprinkle the grated Swiss cheese and caraway seeds evenly over the surface of the dough.
7.	Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch wide and 3 inches long.
8.	Carefully transfer the sticks to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a bit of space between each stick.
9.	Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
10.	Serve warm.

PROS

These Switzerland Caraway Sticks are a delicious and savory appetizer, perfect for entertaining or snacking.

The combination of Swiss cheese and caraway seeds is flavorful and unique.

Easy to make and customizable with different cheeses and spices.

CONS

Like most appetizers, these sticks are not particularly healthy and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are also high in fat and calories due to the cheese and shortening in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Swiss cheese is a good source of protein, calcium, and phosphorus, which are important for maintaining bone health.
Caraway seeds have been linked to aiding in digestion and reducing inflammation in the body.

	2 cups sifted flour
	1 teaspoon salt
	2/3 cup shortening
	4 -5 tablespoons cold water
	1 cup swiss cheese , freshly grated
	1 tablespoon caraway seed