Description
Deliciously soft and cheesy garlic breadsticks baked to perfection, featuring a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses infused with flavorful garlic butter and Italian seasoning. Perfect as a snack or a side with your favorite meal, these breadsticks are easy to make using either store-bought or homemade pizza dough and baked in a conventional oven until golden and bubbly.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheeses
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter using 30-second intervals in the microwave or melt it gently in a small saucepan over low heat on the stovetop.
- Mix Flavors: Add minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the melted butter and stir well to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Let It Rest: Allow the garlic butter mixture to sit for 5 to 10 minutes to enable the flavors to meld together, enhancing the taste.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll or stretch the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 12 by 16 inches, with a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
- Cut Breadsticks: Slice the dough into strips about 1 inch wide and 6 to 8 inches long, ensuring uniform sizes for even baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the strips on the parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a little space between each to allow for slight expansion while baking.
- Brush with Garlic Butter: Generously brush the prepared garlic butter mixture over each breadstick to infuse rich flavor and buttery goodness.
- Add Cheeses: Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the butter-coated dough strips for a cheesy topping.
- Bake: Bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until they turn golden brown and the cheese melts and bubbles enticingly.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the breadsticks from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up for easier handling.
- Garnish: Optionally sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the warm breadsticks to add a fresh, vibrant touch and color.
- Serve: Serve the cheesy garlic breadsticks warm, optionally paired with marinara sauce for dipping to enhance the flavor experience.
Notes
- You can substitute pizza dough with breadstick dough or any yeast dough if preferred.
- Adjust garlic quantity according to your taste preference for stronger or milder garlic flavor.
- Ensure the dough is not too thick to aid in faster, even baking and a crispier crust.
- For extra crispiness, broil the breadsticks for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days and reheat in the oven for best texture retention.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Cheesy garlic breadsticks, garlic breadsticks recipe, cheesy breadsticks, homemade breadsticks, pizza dough breadsticks
