Description
Irresistible homemade cheesy garlic breadsticks deliver a crispy, golden-brown symphony of melted cheese and aromatic garlic. Warm Italian herbs and buttery edges make these savory sticks an instant crowd-pleaser you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Position an oven rack to the middle and heat to 425F (220C) for optimal crispy results.
- Dust a clean surface with flour and gently stretch pizza dough into a rectangular shape, ensuring even thickness across the surface.
- Carefully transfer the stretched dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, smoothing out any wrinkles or uneven edges.
- Create a fragrant garlic butter by whisking melted butter with finely minced garlic until thoroughly combined.
- Use a pastry brush to generously coat the entire dough surface with the aromatic garlic butter mixture, reaching all corners and edges.
- Distribute shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly across the dough, creating a consistent cheese layer that will melt beautifully.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley, dried oregano, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt over the cheese to enhance flavor complexity.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and bubbling, melted cheese.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes to help cheese set and prevent burning.
- Slice into strips or triangular shapes and serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Soften cold dough by letting it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before rolling to prevent tearing and ensure even stretching.
- Enhance flavor by mixing different cheese types like sharp cheddar or fontina with mozzarella for a more complex taste profile.
- Prevent soggy bottoms by preheating the baking sheet or using a pizza stone to create a crisp, golden crust that holds its shape perfectly.
- Customize for dietary needs by using gluten-free pizza dough, plant-based cheese alternatives, or reducing salt for low-sodium diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg