Description
Delicious homemade cheesy breadsticks, perfect for dipping!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ¾ cup warm water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy. This step always feels like a quiet little miracle. Watching the yeast bloom reminds me that good things take a few minutes of patience.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should feel soft but not sticky.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size. This is the perfect time to prepare your dipping sauce or simply enjoy the comforting anticipation.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll the dough into a rectangle about ½ inch thick on a parchment-lined baking sheet. There is something satisfying about shaping the dough with your hands, knowing it will soon become golden, cheesy perfection.
- Brush the surface with melted butter. Sprinkle garlic powder, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes evenly. Top generously with mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan. This is where Homemade Cheesy Breadsticks truly come to life.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden. The edges should be lightly crisp.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then slice into strips using a pizza cutter. Serve warm with marinara sauce or garlic butter for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped fresh herbs or spices to the dough.
- These breadsticks are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg