Cheese Breadsticks

Here’s a simple and delicious Cheese Breadsticks recipe—soft, cheesy, and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side 🧀🥖

Cheesy Breadsticks

Ingredients (Makes 12–16 breadsticks)

• 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated pizza dough or homemade dough

• 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 2 tbsp butter, melted

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)

• ½ tsp salt

• Optional: grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat oven
   Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare dough
   Roll pizza dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Cut into strips (½–1 inch wide).

3. Add cheese
   Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over each strip. Optionally, sprinkle Parmesan or red pepper flakes.

4. Twist or fold

   • Option 1: Leave strips flat and fold ends slightly

   • Option 2: Twist each strip gently for a “twisty” breadstick

5. Season
   Mix melted butter with garlic powder and brush over each breadstick. Sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.

6. Bake
   Bake 12–15 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.

7. Serve
   Optionally garnish with fresh parsley and serve with marinara or ranch for dipping.

Variations

• Cheesy pull-apart: Layer dough and cheese in a pan for a communal pull-apart bread

• Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or cayenne to butter mixture

• Herb garlic: Brush with extra garlic butter and fresh thyme or rosemary

If you want, I can also give a quick no-yeast version, air fryer version, or keto-friendly cheese breadsticks recipe.