Cheesy garlic breadsticks snack (Printable)
Soft breadsticks topped with garlic butter and melted cheese for a golden crust.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 cup warm water
02 - 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
03 - 2 tsp granulated sugar
04 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
05 - 1 tsp salt
06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ Topping
07 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
08 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
09 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# How-to Steps:
01 - Combine warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
03 - Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm environment for 45 to 60 minutes until doubled in size.
04 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
05 - Punch down the risen dough and roll it into a 9 by 13 inch rectangle. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Mix melted butter and minced garlic, then brush evenly over the dough surface.
07 - Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses over the garlic butter layer.
08 - Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, lightly score the dough into 8 equal strips without cutting all the way through.
09 - Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the breadsticks turn golden and the cheese bubbles.
10 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, let cool slightly, then pull apart and serve warm.
# Expert Pointers:
01 -
- These breadsticks come together quickly and taste like you spent hours baking.
- The blend of buttery garlic and melty cheese feels like a little secret shared between friends.
02 -
- Don&t rush the rising process; it makes all the difference in texture.
- Scoring the dough without cutting through helps keep the breadsticks connected while baking, making them easier to separate later.
03 -
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the yeast activate evenly.
- A sprinkle of Italian seasoning in the butter elevates the flavor in a subtle but memorable way.