Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks – Golden, Gooey, and Irresistible

These Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are the ultimate comfort food — soft, buttery, and loaded with gooey cheese and savory garlic flavor. Perfect as a side for pasta night, soup, or even on their own as a snack, these breadsticks are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With a golden crust, melty cheese, and the irresistible aroma of garlic, they’re everything you love about homemade bread — but easier and faster to make!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and quick prep.
Perfectly Cheesy: A blend of mozzarella and parmesan for the ultimate melt.
Garlic Lover’s Dream: Buttery, garlicky, and aromatic.
Family Favorite: Great for dipping, sharing, or enjoying on their own.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade if preferred)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Optional: fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle (about 10×14 inches). Transfer it to the prepared pan.

3. Add the Toppings
Brush the dough evenly with melted butter. Sprinkle minced garlic, Italian seasoning, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese over the top.

4. Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.

5. Slice & Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Slice into breadsticks and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 130
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fat: 6g
Protein: 6g
Fiber: 1g

Tips for Success

  • Use Fresh Garlic: It gives a stronger, more aromatic flavor than powder.
  • Don’t Overbake: Watch closely near the end — you want melty cheese, not crispy.
  • Add a Kick: Sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
  • Make It a Meal: Pair with soup, salad, or pasta for a complete dinner.

Why This Recipe Works

Soft dough, rich butter, melty cheese, and fragrant garlic combine to create pure comfort food magic. The pizza dough base keeps things quick and foolproof, while the combination of mozzarella and parmesan adds irresistible texture and depth of flavor.

Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are the perfect addition to any meal—or even the star of the show on their own. They’re easy to make, incredibly flavorful, and always a hit at the table. One bite of that warm, cheesy, garlicky goodness, and you’ll understand why these breadsticks disappear fast every single time!

Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks – Golden, Gooey, and Irresistible

Servings

10-12

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes
Calories

130

kcal
Total time

30

minutes

These Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are the ultimate comfort food — soft, buttery, and loaded with gooey cheese and savory garlic flavor. Perfect as a side for pasta night, soup, or even on their own as a snack, these breadsticks are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With a golden crust, melty cheese, and the irresistible aroma of garlic, they’re everything you love about homemade bread — but easier and faster to make!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade if preferred)

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Optional: fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

  • Optional: marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven
    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper.
  • Prepare the Dough
    Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle (about 10×14 inches). Transfer it to the prepared pan.
  • Add the Toppings
    Brush the dough evenly with melted butter. Sprinkle minced garlic, Italian seasoning, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese over the top.
  • Bake
    Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
  • Slice & Serve
    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Slice into breadsticks and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Garlic: It gives a stronger, more aromatic flavor than powder.
    Don’t Overbake: Watch closely near the end — you want melty cheese, not crispy.
    Add a Kick: Sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
    Make It a Meal: Pair with soup, salad, or pasta for a complete dinner.

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