Spicy Vegan Kaasstengels (Cheese Sticks)

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Vegan Puff Pastry
• 1 cup Vegan Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup Vegan Parmesan Cheese
• 1 tsp Chili Powder
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 2 tbsp Vegan Egg Wash (Aquafaba)

Instructions

1. 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the 2 sheets of Vegan Puff Pastry on a clean, dry surface to thaw at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, or until they are pliable enough to unfold without cracking.
2. 2In a medium bowl, combine the 1 cup of Vegan Cheddar Cheese, 1/2 cup of Vegan Parmesan Cheese, 1 tsp of Chili Powder, 1/2 tsp of Garlic Powder, 1/2 tsp of Dried Oregano, 1/4 tsp of Salt, and 1/4 tsp of Black Pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
3. 3Once thawed, carefully unfold one sheet of the Vegan Puff Pastry. Evenly spread the entire vegan cheese mixture over the surface of this pastry sheet, leaving a small border around the edges. Carefully place the second sheet of Vegan Puff Pastry directly on top of the cheese-covered sheet, aligning the edges, and gently press down across the entire surface to seal them together.
4. 4Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the layered pastry into strips approximately 1/2 inch wide and 6-8 inches long. Take each strip, gently twist it several times from end to end, and then place it onto a large baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper, leaving a small space between each twisted stick.
5. 5Brush the tops of all the twisted pastry sticks with the 2 tbsp of Vegan Egg Wash (Aquafaba), ensuring an even coating. Carefully transfer the baking sheet to the preheated 400°F (200°C) oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the kaasstengels are puffed up and deep golden brown in color.
6. 6Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the Spicy Vegan Kaasstengels cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes before serving, as they will be very hot and crispy when first out of the oven.

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