Cheese Sticks (100 Pc.) Recipe
Make Cheese Sticks (100 Pc.) Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Cheese Filling
Coating
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tbs of baking powder. Whisk together until well blended.
- 2
Incorporate Butter
Add 1 cup of softened butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your hands, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Milk
Gradually pour in 1 cup of milk while stirring to form a dough. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Chill Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Cheese Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Cheese Mixture
In a separate bowl, combine 3 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp of garlic powder, and 0.5 tsp of black pepper. Mix well until combined.
Assembly
- 6
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has chilled, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- 7
Cut Dough
Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into strips approximately 1 inch wide and 4 inches long.
- 8
Fill with Cheese
Place a small amount of the cheese mixture in the center of each strip. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal securely.
Coating
- 9
Prepare Egg Wash
In a shallow bowl, beat 2 large eggs until smooth.
- 10
Coat Cheese Sticks
Dip each sealed cheese stick into the egg wash, then roll in 2 cups of bread crumbs until fully coated.
Cooking
- 11
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 12
Bake 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
Cool and Serve
Allow the cheese sticks to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce!
