Description
This recipe provides instructions for making delicious homemade cheesy breadsticks. You’ll learn how to create soft, fluffy breadsticks topped with gooey mozzarella and flavorful garlic butter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- ¼ cup cheddar or Parmesan (optional)
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: pinch of flaky salt or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead until smooth (5–7 minutes by hand or mixer).
- Cover and let rise in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled.
- Roll dough into a rectangle (about 9×13″) on a floured surface. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush with melted butter, sprinkle garlic, seasoning, and cheeses over the top.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Brush with extra garlic butter (optional but YES), slice into sticks, and serve warm!
Notes
- Let the dough rise fully for a pillowy texture.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Add more cheese for extra flavor.
- Sprinkle with parsley or Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 breadsticks
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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