Spicy Cheese Pretzel Sticks

Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

If using frozen pretzel sticks, thaw according to package instructions or bake for 5 minutes to take the chill off.

Brush each pretzel stick with melted butter, coating the top and sides.

In a small bowl, mix grated cheese, paprika, and chili flakes (if using).

Sprinkle cheese mixture over the buttered pretzel sticks, covering generously. Press gently with your fingers so the cheese sticks.

Bake for 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to brown at the edges. The pretzel should be warm throughout.

Serve immediately while the cheese is still molten.