Description

This Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks recipe delivers warm, soft breadsticks topped with a flavorful blend of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, infused with garlic and Italian seasonings. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these breadsticks are easy to prepare using pizza dough and bake to golden, bubbly perfection. Serve them with marinara or ranch dressing for dipping to enhance their savory appeal.

Ingredients

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For the Breadsticks

1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

For Serving

Marinara or ranch dressing for dipping

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Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Shape the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 9×13 inches and place it on the prepared baking sheet, shaping it evenly.
Make Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder, mixing well to create the garlic butter spread.
Brush Dough with Garlic Butter: Evenly brush the prepared garlic butter mixture over the surface of the rolled-out dough, ensuring full coverage for flavor.
Add Cheese Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses evenly over the buttered dough to ensure a cheesy topping.
Bake Breadsticks: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the crust turns golden brown.
Cool and Garnish: Remove the breadsticks from the oven and allow them to cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for added color and freshness.
Slice and Serve: Cut the baked dough into individual breadstick pieces and serve them warm alongside marinara or ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

For extra crisp edges, preheat the baking sheet before placing the dough on it.
Add crushed red pepper flakes or a blend of different cheeses to enhance flavor.
This recipe can also be prepared on a pizza stone for a crispier bottom crust.