# What You’ll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 3.5 oz grated cheddar cheese
02 - 1.75 oz grated Parmesan cheese
03 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
→ Pastry
04 - 1 sheet (8.8 oz) ready-rolled puff pastry (all-butter), thawed if frozen
→ Spices & Seasoning
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Mix grated cheddar, Parmesan, smoked paprika, oregano, black pepper, chili flakes if using, and salt in a bowl.
03 - Unroll the puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface.
04 - Evenly sprinkle the cheese and spice blend over the entire pastry surface.
05 - Gently press the cheese and spices into the pastry using a rolling pin to adhere the mixture.
06 - Cut the pastry into 24 equal squares or rectangles with a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
07 - Place the pastry pieces on the baking tray, spaced slightly apart, and brush each top with beaten egg.
08 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
09 - Transfer bites to a wire rack and allow to cool slightly prior to serving.
