Puff Pastry Cheese Stick Appetizers
Perfectly crisp, flaky, and brimming with savory goodness, these Puff Pastry Cheese Stick Appetizers are an irresistible crowd-pleaser for parties or any gathering. Made with buttery puff pastry sheets layered with a tantalizing blend of shredded cheddar and Parmesan, these cheesy twists are elevated with a dash of paprika and herbs for an extra punch of flavor. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, these golden baked cheese sticks are a visually stunning and delicious snack that pairs wonderfully with dips or stands alone as an elegant finger food. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they’re a guaranteed hit for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets (thawed)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Lightly dust a clean work surface with the all-purpose flour. Roll out the puff pastry sheets to smooth out creases, keeping the sheets approximately 1/8 inch thick.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash.
Brush a thin layer of the egg wash over one side of the puff pastry sheets.
Evenly sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper over the egg-washed side of one puff pastry sheet.
Place the second puff pastry sheet on top of the first, aligning the edges, and press gently to adhere. Brush the top with a thin layer of egg wash and sprinkle the remaining cheese and seasonings evenly over the surface.
Cut the stacked puff pastry into strips approximately 1/2 inch wide and 6 inches long. For a twist effect, hold each end of a strip and gently twist in opposite directions a few times.
Place the twisted strips on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pastry turns golden brown and puffy.
Remove from the oven and allow the cheese sticks to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 69 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
