What are cheesy breadsticks made of?

Cheesy breadsticks are made from pizza or bread dough, brushed with garlic butter, and topped with a blend of cheeses—most often mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan.

Can I use pizza dough for cheesy breadsticks?

Absolutely! Using pizza dough is one of the easiest ways to make cheesy breadsticks quickly. Let it come to room temperature before rolling and topping.

What cheese is best for making breadsticks?

Mozzarella is the classic choice for meltiness. Pair it with cheddar for depth and parmesan for sharpness and color.

How do you keep cheesy breadsticks soft and gooey?

Steam-lock them after baking by covering loosely with foil. Also, brush with garlic butter before and after baking to seal in moisture and enhance flavor.

Cheesy Breadsticks Recipe: 1 Ultimate Way to Gooey Goodness

Cheesy Breadsticks That Melt Hearts: An Easy, Homemade Favorite

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Golden, gooey cheesy breadsticks baked to perfection with garlic butter and stretchy mozzarella. An easy crowd-pleaser made with pizza dough or from scratch.

Author: Paula
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 12 breadsticks 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 lb pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan
3 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt to taste

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness in a rectangle.
Brush dough generously with melted garlic butter.
Sprinkle mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan evenly over the top.
Add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt.
Bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden.
Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes.
Slice into breadsticks and serve warm with marinara.

Notes

For a crispier finish, broil for the last 1–2 minutes.
Use fresh-grated cheese for best melt.
Cover loosely with foil after baking to retain softness.

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