Description
These homemade cheesy breadsticks are a delicious snack or appetizer that combines a soft, flavorful dough with gooey melted cheese on top. They are perfect for dipping in marinara sauce or enjoying on their own!
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Topping:
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- ¼ cup cheddar or Parmesan (optional)
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: pinch of flaky salt or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes. Let it rise for 1 hour.
- Shape the Dough: Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread melted butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Top with cheeses.
- Bake: Bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes until golden. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the toppings with different cheeses or herbs.
- For a shortcut, you can use store-bought pizza dough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: homemade, cheesy, breadsticks, appetizer, snack, easy recipe