Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks Recipe
These homemade cheesy garlic breadsticks are crispy, buttery, and loaded with melted cheese and garlic flavor. Perfect as a side or appetizer!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 breadsticks 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle or circle, about ¼-inch thick.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter and minced garlic. Brush the mixture over the dough.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes evenly over the dough.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and slice into breadsticks.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dip.
Notes
- Use pre-made pizza dough for a quick version.
- Add extra cheese for an even gooier texture.
- Serve with ranch or marinara for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg