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
- Thaw out a package of puff pastry
- Cut each sheet into 6 strips (about 1 1/2 inches wide)
- Brush with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1-2 tablespoons water)
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and dried Italian seasoning
- Twist and brush with egg wash again
- Sprinkle with more grated parmesan cheese
- 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!

Garlic Puff Pastry Breadsticks
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
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Preheat oven to 400F. Cover baking sheets with silpat or parchment paper. Thaw puff pastry according to directions on the box.
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Whisk egg in small bowl, set aside.
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Unfold puff pastry sheets and use a knife or pizza wheel to cut 12 strips from the short side.
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Combine the parmesan cheese, garlic powder and rosemary on a plate, casserole dish or tray.
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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.
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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
These look super yummy!