Littlemafia's Parmesan Sticks

Crispy, buttery, and packed with cheesy goodness, Littlemafia's Parmesan Sticks are the ultimate savory snack to satisfy your cravings. Made from a simple dough infused with finely grated Parmesan cheese, a hint of paprika, and optional garlic powder for a touch of extra flavor, these golden brown sticks are irresistibly flaky and perfectly seasoned. The recipe combines basic pantry staples for a quick 15-minute prep time, making it an easy yet impressive choice for appetizers, party platters, or an accompaniment to dips and soups. Baked to perfection with a golden Parmesan crust, these homemade cheese sticks are sure to be a crowd-pleaser whether served warm or at room temperature.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1.25 cups Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
• 1 unit Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder (if using).

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add them to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in 1 cup of finely grated Parmesan cheese, reserving the remaining 0.25 cup for later use.

Step 5

Add the egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of cold water to the mixture, and use a fork to mix until the dough starts to come together. If the dough is too dry, add the remaining tablespoon of cold water gradually until the dough holds together but is not sticky.

Step 6

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it into a cohesive ball. Flatten it into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 10 minutes.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, slice the dough into thin strips (about 1/2 inch wide and 4-5 inches long). Carefully transfer the strips to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.

Step 9

Brush the top of the sticks lightly with the egg wash and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese evenly over them.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the sticks are golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the Parmesan sticks cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature as a snack, appetizer, or alongside a dip of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(582.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2228.6

Total Fat 142.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 732.6mg	0%
Sodium 5199.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 135.2g	0%

Vitamin D 59.2IU	0%
Calcium 3361.7mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 565.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 18.0%