Ingredients
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🥖 Ingredients needed to make Puff Pastry Sticks with Cheese, Bacon and Spices
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- 12–16 puff pastry sticks (store-bought or homemade, plain or garlic-flavored)
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- 8 oz (225 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
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- 6–8 slices of bacon, thinly sliced (or turkey bacon for a leaner option)
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- 1 tsp smoked paprika
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- ½ tsp garlic powder
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- ½ tsp onion powder
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- ½ tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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- 2 tbsp melted butter
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- Optional: chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Tip: Slightly underbake store-bought puff pastry sticks before wrapping — this helps them crisp evenly in the oven.
Instructions
📝 How to make Puff Pastry Sticks with Cheese, Bacon and Spices
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prep the puff pastry ticks: Brush each stick lightly with melted butter. This helps the seasonings stick and gives a nice golden crunch.
- Season the Sticks: Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano. Sprinkle evenly over each puff pastry stick. The aroma will let you know the flavor is locked in.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over each stick. Press a little into the b puff pastry stick so it melts evenly. Cheese should peek out, but not overwhelm.
- Wrap with Bacon: Wrap each stick with ½ to 1 slice of bacon, overlapping edges slightly. Use a toothpick if needed. The bacon adds smokiness and crunch.
- Bake: Place on the sheet and bake 12–15 minutes, or until bacon is crispy and cheese is melted. Rotate halfway for even cooking. Watch closely in the last few minutes — bacon can burn fast.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with parsley or chives. Serve hot for the perfect combination of crunchy and gooey.
- Storage & Reheat: Leftovers can go in the fridge up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes to bring back the crispiness. Avoid microwaving — it makes bacon chewy and puff pastry sticks soggy.