Description
Warm, buttery breadsticks loaded with melted cheese and garlicky goodness—golden, stretchy, and perfect for dipping, snacking, or sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
Topping
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley (optional)
For Serving
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Bloom the Yeast: In a large bowl, stir together warm water, honey (or sugar), and active dry yeast. Allow the mixture to sit for 5–10 minutes, until it becomes foamy and bubbly. This ensures the yeast is active for a good rise.
- Make the Dough: Add salt, olive oil, and 2 1/2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms, then knead for 5–7 minutes (adding more flour as needed) until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 30–45 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Breadsticks: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). Punch down the risen dough and roll it into a 12×15-inch rectangle on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder. Brush the entire surface of the rolled-out dough generously with the garlic butter mixture.
- Add Cheese and Parsley: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough, then add the grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of chopped parsley if desired.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the dough are golden brown.
- Slice and Serve: Let cool slightly, then slice into breadsticks. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of Italian seasoning to the garlic butter.
- Use pre-made pizza dough to save time.
- The breadsticks are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in a hot oven for a few minutes.
- Brush a bit more melted butter over the breadsticks right after baking for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 18mg