Homemade Puff Pastry Cheese Sticks
Delicious and flaky cheese sticks made with puff pastry, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
For the Cheese Sticks
- 1 sheet puff pastry Thawed if frozen
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar, mozzarella or a mix
- 1 large egg For egg wash
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- Optional: garlic powder, onion powder, or herbs for seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the pastry into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Arrange a generous amount of shredded cheese along the center of each strip.
- Fold the strips over to enclose the cheese, pressing the edges to seal.
- Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg to give it a golden color.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings on top.
- Place the cheese sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Store leftover cheese sticks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-10 minutes.