Here’s a Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks recipe that’s buttery, cheesy, and full of garlicky goodness — perfect as a side or snack!
🧄🧀 Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
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2¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
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1 tsp sugar
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¾ cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp olive oil
For the Garlic Butter Topping:
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3 tbsp melted butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
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1 tsp dried parsley or Italian seasoning
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¼ tsp salt
For the Cheese Topping:
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1½ cups shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
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In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix and knead (by hand or dough hook) until smooth and elastic (about 5–7 minutes).
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Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
2. Preheat Oven:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
3. Shape the Dough:
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Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangle or circle (about ¼-inch thick).
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Place on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Add Toppings:
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Mix melted butter, garlic, salt, and parsley/seasoning.
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Brush garlic butter generously over the dough.
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Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top.
5. Bake:
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden.
6. Slice & Serve:
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Let cool for 2–3 minutes, then slice into breadsticks using a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
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Serve warm with marinara, ranch, or garlic dipping sauce.
💡 Tips:
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Add red pepper flakes for a little kick.
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Make it extra garlicky with roasted garlic in the butter.
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Use store-bought pizza dough to save time!