Oh yes! Cheesy garlic breadsticks are a perfect snack or side—crispy on the outside, soft and buttery inside, loaded with gooey cheese. Here’s a solid recipe you can try:
Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks Recipe
Ingredients:
For the dough:
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the garlic butter topping:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried parsley (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the cheese topping:
- 1–1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella (or a mix of mozzarella + cheddar)
- Optional: grated Parmesan for extra flavor
Instructions:
- Make the dough:
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the breadsticks:
- Punch down the dough and roll it into a rectangle (~12×8 inches).
- Cut into strips (~1 inch wide). Place on the baking sheet.
- Make garlic butter:
- Mix melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt. Brush generously over the breadsticks.
- Add cheese:
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top.
- Bake:
- Bake 12–15 minutes, until golden and cheese is melted. Optional: broil 1–2 minutes for extra golden cheese.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce, ranch, or just as-is.
These breadsticks are crispy on the edges, soft inside, and insanely cheesy—perfect for movie nights or as a side to pizza or pasta.
If you want, I can also give you a shortcut version using store-bought pizza dough that comes out just as good but in half the time.
Do you want that shortcut version too?
