Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks Recipe
Introduction
Homemade cheesy breadsticks are a simple, delicious treat perfect for snacking or serving alongside your favorite meal. With a golden, buttery crust and gooey mozzarella cheese, they’re sure to please any cheese lover.
Ingredients
- 1 portion of pizza dough
- 1 to 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle or desired shape on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the minced garlic.
- Step 3: Brush the garlic butter evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- Step 4: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the buttered dough.
- Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Step 6: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then cut into sticks and serve warm.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, sprinkle some dried oregano or red pepper flakes on top before baking.
- Try mixing mozzarella with Parmesan cheese for a sharper taste.
- Use garlic powder instead of fresh garlic if preferred.
- Brush an extra layer of garlic butter right after baking for added richness.
Storage
Store leftover breadsticks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm in a toaster oven or regular oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought pizza dough?
Yes, store-bought pizza dough works just fine and makes this recipe even easier to prepare.
Can I make these breadsticks ahead of time?
You can prepare and shape the dough in advance, but it’s best to bake the breadsticks fresh before serving for the best texture and flavor.
PrintHomemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks Recipe
Homemade Cheesy Breadsticks are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or appetizer featuring soft pizza dough topped with melted mozzarella cheese and flavorful garlic butter, baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 batch pizza dough (about 1 lb)
Toppings
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Roll or stretch the pizza dough into a rectangular or oval shape on a greased baking sheet or pizza stone, ensuring it is evenly flattened.
- Make garlic butter: In a small bowl, combine melted butter and minced garlic, mixing well to distribute the garlic flavor.
- Top the dough: Brush the garlic butter evenly over the surface of the dough, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the breadsticks for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust turns golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing into breadsticks. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or dried Italian herbs on top before baking.
- You can use store-bought or homemade pizza dough depending on your preference.
- Serve with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Adjust the amount of garlic butter according to taste.
- Ensure the oven is fully preheated for best crust texture.
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