Description
Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are the ultimate comfort food, bringing warmth and joy to any gathering. These delightful sticks feature a buttery, garlic-infused dough topped with gooey melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for snacking or serving as an appetizer, they pair beautifully with marinara sauce for dipping. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy movie night at home, these breadsticks are sure to impress and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil mix)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a rectangle about half an inch thick.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic and dried herbs.
- Brush half of the garlic-butter mixture over the rolled-out dough, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Cut the dough into strips resembling breadsticks using a pizza cutter or knife.
- Place the strips onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and melty.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes for heat. Customize with different cheeses like cheddar or provolone. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.