Description
Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. Bursting with aromatic garlic and topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, these golden-brown delights are as easy to make as they are irresistible. Serve them alongside marinara sauce for a delightful dipping experience that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (16 oz) pizza dough (fresh or store-bought)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to about half an inch thick.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and dried herbs.
- Cut dough into strips approximately one inch wide and twist each strip gently.
- Place twisted dough on a greased baking sheet and brush generously with the garlic butter mixture.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute mozzarella with cheddar or sprinkle red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature; reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes.