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Parmesan Lollipops

Learn how to make Parmesan lollipops, a crispy appetizer of Parmigiano Reggiano with sesame, chia and poppy seeds that will impress your guests.
Recipe Parmesan Lollipops
  • Difficulty Easy
  • Preparation 10 minutes
  • Cooking 5 minutes
  • Servings for 6 pieces

Have you ever thought about surprising your guests with a truly original, eye-catching snack? This Parmesan lollipop recipe is just what you need. These cheese lollipops for cocktail hour become the undisputed stars of the table thanks to their crunch and the rich flavor of Parmigiano Reggiano. Perfect as a quick Parmesan appetizer or as one of the tastiest ideas for a holiday buffet, these snacks really suit every occasion.

The secret of these baked Parmesan snacks lies in their simplicity: just grate some good-quality Parmigiano, add a selection of seeds such as sesame, chia and poppy, spread the mixture in small disks on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crisp. Add a stick and your gluten-free Parmesan lollipops will be ready in just a few minutes. It is a quick, easy preparation that lets you make Parmesan party snacks even at the last minute, bringing to the table a crispy Parmesan appetizer loved by adults and kids alike.

Curious about how to make perfect Parmesan lollipops? Just follow a few simple steps and you can add to your menu a Parmesan finger food recipe that wins people over at first taste. If you want to vary your buffet even more, take inspiration from other treats such as the Parmesan Baskets with Speck and Apples, the flavorful Savory Cheese and Thyme Cookies or the Parmesan Squash Gratin. And to amaze your guests with a creative touch, also try the Baked Potato and Bacon Roses and the Asparagus Flan with Parmesan Fondue. Now all that is left is to get to work: your Parmesan lollipops will win everyone over at the first bite.

Ingredients for 6 pieces

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Method

  1. To make the Parmesan lollipops, start by mixing a little grated Parmigiano into three separate small bowls containing the poppy seeds, the sesame seeds and the chia seeds. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and butter the paper so the lollipops come off easily after baking.
  2. Choose the pastry ring you like best and place it on the parchment paper: pour the Parmigiano inside, covering the whole surface and making an even layer of just the right thickness. Carefully lift the pastry ring and continue making the other lollipops; when you have finished, place a wooden skewer in the center of each shape, taking care to cover it with cheese.
  3. Bake your lollipops in an oven preheated to 220 °C (425 °F) for about 5 minutes; they are ready when the cheese is golden on the surface and small bubbles begin to form. Once they are out of the oven, be patient and remove the lollipops from the parchment paper only when they are completely cool and firm. When they are ready, you can serve your Parmesan lollipops. Finally, remember to download our App with exclusive content and fewer ads!

Variations and Alternatives

Instead of poppy, chia and sesame seeds, you can use whichever seeds you like best. Or, if you prefer, you can leave the Parmesan lollipops plain.

Tips

For these Parmesan lollipops, buy a whole piece of Parmigiano and grate it at home: your lollipops will be of better quality than if you used pre-grated Parmigiano.

Storage

I recommend serving and eating the Parmesan lollipops as soon as you have made them. They are not meant to be stored, but if needed you can keep them in an airtight plastic container for no more than one day.

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