Description
Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks bring Italian pizzeria magic straight to kitchen counters with irresistible golden-brown edges. Melted mozzarella and herb-infused garlic butter create a mouthwatering experience you cannot resist sharing with hungry friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Cheese and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal cooking surface.
- Gently stretch pizza dough into a thin, even rectangle approximately ¼-inch thick, ensuring uniform thickness.
- Create a fragrant garlic butter mixture by combining melted butter with finely minced garlic, distributing it evenly across the dough’s surface.
- Generously layer mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the buttered dough, sprinkling Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Transfer the prepared dough to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges turn golden brown and cheese becomes deliciously bubbly and melted.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest for 2-3 minutes, allowing the cheese to set slightly before carefully slicing into uniform breadstick portions.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for added visual appeal and herbaceous touch.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by marinara sauce or creamy ranch dressing for delightful dipping.
Notes
- Try different cheese blends like cheddar or provolone for unique flavor profiles.
- Use gluten-free pizza dough to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Enhance garlic flavor by roasting fresh garlic before mixing with melted butter for a deeper, more complex taste.
- Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick of heat that complements the cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg