Homemade Cheesy Breadsticks
These golden, buttery homemade cheesy breadsticks are packed with melty mozzarella, garlic, and herbs—better than any restaurant and perfect for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 breadsticks
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
4 tbsp butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper (optional)
Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Ranch dressing (optional for dipping)
Instructions
Rest Dough:
Let pizza dough sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to soften.
Shape & Prep:
Roll dough into a 12×8-inch rectangle and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Make Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Assemble:
Brush half of the garlic butter evenly over the dough.
Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder evenly on top.
Bake:
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes, until the edges are golden and cheese is bubbly.
Finish:
Brush the hot breadsticks with remaining garlic butter.
Slice into strips with a pizza cutter.
Serve:
Serve warm with marinara or ranch dressing on the side.
Notes
✔️ Freshly shredded cheese melts better and gives a creamier texture.
✔️ Swap mozzarella for a blend like provolone or fontina for more flavor depth.
✔️ Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
✔️ Great for parties, game day, or as a pizza night side.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/homemade-cheesy-breadsticks/
