Golden-brown cheesy garlic breadsticks feature a soft, pillowy dough base topped with garlic herb butter and a thick, bubbly blanket of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Easy Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks
This pizza-shop style recipe yields a crispy bottom crust, soft interior, and perfectly browned, bubbly cheese top.
Ingredients
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1 store-bought or quick pizza dough (approx. 13–16 oz)
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3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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3 cloves garlic, finely minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
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1½ cups low-moisture shredded mozzarella cheese
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⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
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½ tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
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¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1.Preheat & Prep the Baking Sheet:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or sprinkle lightly with cornmeal for extra crust crunch.
2.Shape the Dough:
Roll or press the pizza dough into a flat rectangle (about ½-inch thick) directly on the prepared baking sheet. Prick the surface gently with a fork to prevent large air bubbles.
3.Apply Garlic Butter Base:
Mix the melted butter with minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Brush the entire surface of the dough generously with the garlic butter mixture.
4.Layer the Cheeses & Seasoning:
Spread the shredded mozzarella evenly over the dough, extending almost to the edges. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley on top.
5.Bake to Golden Perfection:Broil at the end for extra browning.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbling. Switch to the broil setting for the final 1–2 minutes if you want deeply golden-brown toasted cheese spots.
6.Slice & Serve:
Let sit for 2 minutes, then slice into long breadsticks using a pizza cutter. Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce or garlic dipping sauce.
