Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks ~ Easy Entertaining

I’m always amazed at what a huge hit these Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks are very time I make them.  It surprises me so much because there’s nothing to them.  I mean they are soooo simple, but everyone LOVES them! 

Since we’re in the midst of the holiday season, I thought I’d share this gem of a recipe with you!  These Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks deserve to be on your table.  They pull double duty too.  1) They’re great on your dinner plate  and 2) they make a fun appetizer.  Simply stand them up in a wide mouth glass and set them out.  They’re irresistible!  

Easy Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks Recipe

1. Thaw out a package of puff pastry 
2. Cut each sheet into 6 strips (about 1 1/2 inches wide) 
3. Brush with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1-2 tablespoons water) 
4. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and dried Italian seasoning 
5. Twist and brush with egg wash again 
6. Sprinkle with more grated parmesan cheese
7. Place on a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake in a 400F preheated oven for 15 minutes until golden brown and flakey 

Tips for Making Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks

• Let the puff pastry thaw completely – if you don’t it will tear and it will be difficult to maneuver
• Use a pizza wheel to cut straight even strips
• After cutting the pastry into strips, brush the egg wash on both sides, then twist – the egg acts like glue and keeps it together as it cooks
• Make extra! These will go fast! 

Breadstick Variations

Instead of using parmesan, rosemary and garlic, have fun playing around with the spice blend.  Here’s some ideas to get you going!

• Herbs de Provence and grated Gruyere (Swiss cheese)
• Cinnamon and sugar
• Cinnamon, sugar and chopped nuts
• Shredded cheddar, onion powder and garlic
• Italian Seasoning, parmesan, garlic
• Curry powder
• Cumin, garlic, onion powder

Regardless of how you serve them up, they make a beautiful (and tasty) presentation on any table!

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Garlic Puff Pastry Breadsticks

Course Side, Snack

Cuisine American, French

Keyword bread, breadsticks

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 12 breadsticks

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

• 1 box Pepperidge Farms puff pastry
• 1 egg beaten
• .5 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon rosemary chopped finely
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

EQUIPMENT

• 2 baking sheets
• 2 silpats or parchment paper
• small bowl for egg wash
• pastry or basting brush
• pizza cutter or knife

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400F.  Cover baking sheets with silpat or parchment paper.  Thaw puff pastry according to directions on the box.

2. Whisk egg in small bowl, set aside.

3. Unfold puff pastry sheets and use a knife or pizza wheel to cut 12 strips from the short side.

4. Combine the parmesan cheese, garlic powder and rosemary on a plate, casserole dish or tray.

5. Take one strip at a time: brush egg wash on both sides of the strip, lightly twist and roll the strip in the parmesan mixture and lay it on the baking sheet.  Press seems together as necessary.  Repeat with remaining strips.

6. Bake for 15 minutes. Cool on wire rack and Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Try these variations for fun!  Replace the parmesan, salt, garlic powder and rosemary with one of these combos.  Use your discretion for the quantities of each spice. 

• Herbs de Provence and grated Gruyere (Swiss cheese)
• Cinnamon and sugar
• Cinnamon, sugar and chopped nuts
• Shredded cheddar, onion powder and garlic
• Italian Seasoning, parmesan, garlic
• Curry powder
• Cumin, garlic, onion powder

 

Nutrition Facts

Garlic Puff Pastry Breadsticks

Amount Per Serving (1 breadstick)

Calories 150 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value*

Fat 12g18%

Saturated Fat 5g31%

Trans Fat 1g

Cholesterol 17mg6%

Sodium 171mg7%

Potassium 38mg1%

Carbohydrates 13g4%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 57IU1%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 53mg5%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.