Of course! These Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are soft, fluffy, and loaded with gooey cheese and buttery garlic flavor. They’re far superior to anything you can get delivered.
Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks
This recipe includes a quick pizza dough, but you can substitute store-bought dough to save time.
Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 1 hour for dough to rise)
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Yields: 12-14 breadsticks
Ingredients
For the Quick Pizza Dough:
· 3 ½ cups (435g) all-purpose flour
· 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
· 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
· 2 tablespoons olive oil
· 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
· 1 ½ teaspoons salt
For the Garlic Butter Topping:
· ½ cup (1 stick / 113g) unsalted butter, softened
· 4-5 large cloves garlic, minced or pressed
· 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
· ½ teaspoon salt
· ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Toppings:
· 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
· ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
· ½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
For Serving (Optional):
· 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed
Instructions
Part 1: Make the Dough
- Activate Yeast: In the bowl of a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- Mix Dough: Add the olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of the flour. Mix with a dough hook (or a wooden spoon) until combined. Gradually add the remaining 1 ½ cups of flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead: Knead with the mixer on low speed for 5-7 minutes (or 8-10 minutes by hand on a floured surface) until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Part 2: Assemble the Breadsticks
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Lightly grease a 13×18-inch half-sheet pan with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
- Shape Dough: Punch down the risen dough. Transfer it to the prepared baking sheet and press, stretch, and dimple it with your fingers to fit the entire pan, reaching all the corners. If the dough resists, let it rest for 5-10 minutes and try again.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While the dough is resting, make the garlic butter. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Top the Dough: Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the entire surface of the dough. Sprinkle generously with the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese. Finish with a sprinkle of dried oregano.
Part 3: Bake and Serve
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown around the edges and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly spotted.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 2-3 minutes. Use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife to slice it into breadsticks while still warm.
- Serve Immediately: Serve your homemade cheesy garlic breadsticks warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Success Tips & Variations
· For a Crispier Crust: Pre-bake the dough without toppings for 5-7 minutes before adding the garlic butter and cheese. This prevents a soggy center.
· Using Store-Bought Dough: This is a great shortcut! One 1-lb ball of store-bought pizza dough will work perfectly. Let it come to room temperature before stretching.
· Flavor Boost:
· Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter for a little heat.
· Sprinkle with cooked, crumbled bacon or pepperoni before adding the cheese.
· Brush the baked crust with a little more garlic butter right when it comes out of the oven for extra shine and flavor.
· Cheese Note: A blend of mozzarella and provolone is fantastic. For the best melt and stretch, use cheese you shred yourself, as pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents.
Enjoy these incredibly delicious, hot, and cheesy breadsticks—they’re sure to be a hit