These cheesy breadsticks are soft, fluffy on the inside, golden and crispy on the outside, and loaded with melted cheese. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish with pizza or pasta!
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2–3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded provolone cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Prepare the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle (about ¼ inch thick) on a lightly floured surface. Transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. - Add Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix melted butter and minced garlic. Brush evenly over the dough. - Season
Sprinkle oregano, Italian seasoning, and salt evenly over the buttered dough. - Add Cheese
Spread mozzarella and provolone evenly across the top. Finish with grated Parmesan. - Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown. - Slice & Serve
Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then cut into strips. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with warm marinara sauce.
💡 Tips for Perfect Cheesy Breadsticks
- 🔥 For extra crispiness, bake on the lower oven rack.
- 🧄 Add a pinch of red chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- 🧀 Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- 🍞 Don’t overbake — watch closely to avoid dry breadsticks.