Cheese Sticks (6) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Coating
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Stir until well combined.
- 2
Add Butter
Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Water
Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. You may not need all of the water.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Making the Filling
- 5
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Assembling the Cheese Sticks
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- 7
Cut the Dough
Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into rectangles approximately 2 inches wide and 4 inches long.
- 8
Fill the Dough
Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture on one end of each rectangle. Fold the other end over to cover the cheese and pinch the edges to seal.
Coating the Cheese Sticks
- 9
Prepare the Egg Wash
In a small bowl, beat the large egg until smooth.
- 10
Coat the Cheese Sticks
Dip each filled cheese stick in the egg wash, then coat with bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
Cooking the Cheese Sticks
- 11
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 12
Bake the Cheese Sticks
Place the coated cheese sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 13
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your cheese sticks with your favorite dipping sauce!