Description
These Garlic Herb Baked Cheesy Breadsticks are a perfect irresistible appetizer or snack, featuring a golden, buttery herb-infused crust topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Easy to make with store-bought or homemade pizza dough, these breadsticks are scored for easy separation and baked to crispy, cheesy perfection. Serve warm with marinara or pizza sauce for dipping to enjoy a deliciously savory treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Herb Butter Mixture
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Cheese Topping
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Optional
- Marinara or pizza sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into roughly a 9×13-inch rectangle. Carefully transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet.
- Make Herb Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and cracked black pepper to create a flavorful herb butter.
- Brush Dough: Evenly brush the herb butter mixture over the surface of the rolled-out dough, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered dough, covering it completely.
- Score Breadsticks: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, gently score the dough into breadsticks approximately 1 inch apart, making sure not to cut all the way through to facilitate separation after baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Cut: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Then, cut fully along the scored lines to separate the breadsticks.
- Serve: Serve the warm cheesy breadsticks with marinara or pizza sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, bake on a preheated pizza stone instead of a baking sheet.
- You can substitute fresh herbs with 1 teaspoon each of dried parsley, basil, and oregano if fresh are unavailable.
- To make it vegan, use dairy-free cheese and vegan butter alternatives.
- If you prefer spicier breadsticks, add red pepper flakes to the herb butter mixture.
- These breadsticks can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
