# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
02 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
03 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
→ Pastry
04 - 1 sheet ready-rolled all-butter puff pastry, thawed (approximately 9 oz)
→ 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 Make It:
01 - Set the oven temperature to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, blend grated cheddar, Parmesan, smoked paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, chili flakes if using, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and evenly spread the cheese and spice mixture over it.
04 - Press the cheese and spice mixture gently into the pastry using a rolling pin to ensure adhesion.
05 - Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the pastry into 24 equally sized squares or rectangles.
06 - Place the pastry squares on the prepared baking tray spaced slightly apart and brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
08 - Transfer the pastry bites to a wire rack to cool slightly prior to serving.
