Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

📝 Description

Golden, buttery breadsticks infused with garlic, loaded with gooey melted cheese, and baked to crispy perfection — these Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are an irresistible side or snack. Perfect for pizza night, parties, or to satisfy any cheesy craving!

🍽️ Ingredients for Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

• For the Dough (or use store-bought pizza dough)

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp instant yeast

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • ¾ tsp salt

  • ¾ cup warm water

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

• For the Garlic Butter

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley or 1 tsp dried

• Topping

  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese (optional for extra flavor)

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

🔪 Instructions

1. Prepare Dough

   • Mix flour, yeast, sugar & salt. Add warm water + oil; mix until dough forms.

   • Knead 4–5 min until smooth. Cover & let rise in warm place for 45–60 min.

2. Shape Dough

   • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

   • Roll dough into a rectangle/circle (~¼-inch thick) on a parchment-lined tray.

3. Garlic Butter

   • Stir together melted butter, garlic, and parsley. Brush over dough surface.

4. Add Cheese

   • Sprinkle mozzarella, parmesan & Italian seasoning evenly on top.

5. Bake

   • Bake 12–15 min until cheese is bubbly & edges are golden brown.

6. Slice & Serve

   • Let cool 2–3 min, cut into sticks using a pizza cutter, and serve warm with marinara.

💡 Notes

• Store-bought pizza dough makes this super quick.

• Add red pepper flakes for heat.

• Can be made on naan, tortillas, or puff pastry for shortcuts.

• Leftovers reheat best in toaster oven or air fryer.

🔧 Pro Tips

• Brush edges with extra garlic butter halfway through baking for more flavor.

• Poke dough lightly with a fork before topping to prevent bubbles.

• Freeze after baking — reheat straight from freezer at 375°F for 6–8 minutes.

👥 Servings

Makes: 12–14 breadsticks
Serving Size: 1 breadstick

🔬 Nutritional Info (per breadstick, approx.)

🌟 Benefits

• Kid-Friendly & Crowd-Pleaser – loved by all ages.

• Customizable – easy to tweak with herbs, cheeses & crusts.

• Quick Homemade Alternative – cheaper and tastier than takeout sides.

❓ Q/A

Q: Can I use ready-made pizza crust?
A: Yes! It’s a great shortcut — just roll, top, and bake.

Q: What dipping sauces go best?
A: Marinara, garlic mayo, ranch, or cheese sauce are all delicious.

Q: How to keep them soft?
A: Don’t overbake and store immediately in foil or airtight box.

Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
A: Absolutely — use a gluten-free pizza dough base and the same toppings.