# What You 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 (approximately 9 oz), 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
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. 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 desired, and salt until evenly incorporated.
03 - Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured work surface and evenly scatter the cheese and spice mixture across its surface.
04 - Lightly press the cheese and spice mixture into the pastry using a rolling pin to ensure it sticks evenly.
05 - Cut the pastry into 24 equal squares or rectangles with a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
06 - Place the pieces on the prepared baking tray, spaced slightly apart. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until the pastry puffs up and turns golden brown.
08 - Transfer the baked bites to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
