The best ever Hungarian Cheese Sticks (sajtos rud)🇭🇺

Oh yes! 🇭🇺 Sajtos rud (Hungarian Cheese Sticks) are an absolute classic — buttery, cheesy, flaky sticks that melt in your mouth. They’re the perfect snack with coffee, wine, or beer and a must-have on any Hungarian holiday table.

Here’s the best-ever, traditional recipe for you:

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🧀 Hungarian Cheese Sticks (Sajtos Rud)

🛒 Ingredients:

• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 stick (113 g) cold butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
• 1 large egg yolk (save white for brushing)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup (100 g) grated cheese (traditionally Trappista, but Edam, Gouda, or Cheddar work great)

For Topping:

• 1 egg white (for brushing)
• Extra grated cheese for sprinkling

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