Name: Homemade Cheesy Breadsticks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 package pizza dough, store bought or homemade (Let store-bought dough sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before stretching.); 4 tablespoons butter, salted or unsalted (Taste as you go; adjust based on preference.); 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced (Garlic powder can be substituted.); 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (Shredding your own cheese improves melting.); 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Optional for added flavor.); 1/2 teaspoon salt (Adjust based on the salt of butter used.); 1 packet ranch seasoning (Additional flavor option.); 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits (For a savory touch.); 1/4 cup jalapenos, sliced (For a spicy kick.); 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning (Optional for topping.)

Description

A quick and easy recipe for warm, cheesy breadsticks that are perfect for sharing and can be customized with a variety of toppings and dips.

Ingredients

Dough and Base Ingredients

1 package pizza dough, store bought or homemade (Let store-bought dough sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before stretching.)
4 tablespoons butter, salted or unsalted (Taste as you go; adjust based on preference.)
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced (Garlic powder can be substituted.)
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (Shredding your own cheese improves melting.)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Optional for added flavor.)
1/2 teaspoon salt (Adjust based on the salt of butter used.)

Optional Add-ins

1 packet ranch seasoning (Additional flavor option.)
1/2 cup cooked bacon bits (For a savory touch.)
1/4 cup jalapenos, sliced (For a spicy kick.)
1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning (Optional for topping.)

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Instructions

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 425°F (or 415°F if your oven runs hot).
Prep a sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
Stretch the dough into a rectangle about half an inch thick, letting it rest for 10 minutes if it shrinks back.

Making Garlic Butter

Melt the butter and stir in minced garlic or garlic powder, plus a pinch of salt and Italian seasoning, if desired.
Brush most of the garlic butter over the stretched dough.

Adding Cheese

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese all over the dough, followed by grated parmesan cheese.

Baking

Bake the breadsticks for about 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and edges are golden.
For extra browning, broil for 30 to 60 seconds, but do not walk away.

Finishing Touches

Brush with remaining garlic butter, allow to cool for 2 minutes, then slice into sticks using a pizza cutter.

Notes

Serve warm with dipping sauces such as marinara, ranch, or garlic aioli. These breadsticks pair well with soups and salads.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian