Masala Cheese Sticks
Crispy, crunchy, and super delicious, these masala cheese sticks come together in less than 30 minutes and are the perfect evening snack to accompany your chai or coffee.
Equipment
- Baking tray
- Baking paper
- Rolling Pin
Ingredients
- 6 puff pastry square sheets
- 100 grams butter melted
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- 100 grams mozzarella cheese finely grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Make the spice mix: Mix together the spices and salt until combined
- Lay the puff pastry sheet on the prepared surface and cut it into four even strips, and lightly brush each strip with melted butter.
- Sprinkle the masala spice mix evenly over the buttered pastry, so it coats the surface well.
- Scatter finely grated mozzarella over each strip, then gently press it in with a rolling pin to help everything stick together.
- Lift each strip and twist it from both ends to create a spiral shape. Place the twisted sticks onto the lined baking tray.
- Brush the tops with a little more butter and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese sticks are puffed up and golden brown. Serve with your favorite chutneys.
Notes
Storage:
These cheese sticks can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Tips & Tricks:
- Don’t over-roll the pastry: When pressing the cheese in, use a light hand. Rolling too much can make the puff pastry thin and prevent it from puffing properly in the oven.
- Cheese matters: Finely grated mozzarella works best as it melts evenly and sticks to the pastry without falling off.
- Spice level: Adjust the amount of spice mix to suit how bold you want the flavor. You can also use different spice mixes for different flavors.
- Serving ideas: These masala cheese sticks are delicious straight from the oven but also stay crisp at room temperature, making them great for parties.