Description
Homemade cheesy garlic breadsticks blend Italian comfort with irresistible flavor profiles. Crisp edges and melted cheese create a perfect appetizer for gatherings and casual meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough
- 1 cup (120 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Seasoning:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal non-stick surface.
- Gently stretch the pizza dough into a thin rectangular shape, ensuring an even thickness of approximately 14-inch.
- Generously coat the dough surface with melted butter, creating a rich and flavorful base.
- Distribute minced garlic evenly across the buttered dough, spreading the aromatic ingredient for consistent flavor.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the garlic-infused surface.
- Enhance the flavor profile by adding Italian seasoning, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Transfer the prepared dough to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until the cheese turns golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh, finely chopped parsley for a vibrant touch.
- Slice the baked breadsticks into appealing strips and serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Customize the dough by using whole wheat or gluten-free pizza dough for a healthier or dietary-specific version.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like cheddar, provolone, or gouda to create unique flavor profiles.
- Add extra toppings like crispy bacon bits, sliced olives, or diced jalapeños for more texture and taste variety.
- Let the breadsticks rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg