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Cheesy Pizza Dough Breadsticks are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and loaded with melty cheese. Made with homemade or store-bought pizza dough, they’re ready in about 15 minutes and perfect for dipping in marinara and guaranteed to disappear fast!
If you’re in the mood to make these completely from scratch, my quick pizza dough comes together in no time and makes the perfect base for these cheesy breadsticks.
But if you’re short on time, store-bought dough works just as well, either way, you’ll have hot, cheesy breadsticks on the table in minutes!
Here is Why This Cheesy Breadsticks Recipe Works
Quick and Easy: Ready in about 15 minutes with minimal effort, because who has time to wait when cheese is involved?
Use What You Have: Works perfectly with homemade or store-bought pizza dough, so you can be fancy or keep it simple.
Cheesy Perfection: A triple cheese combo (mozzarella, fontina, and Parmesan) makes every bite melty, gooey, and glorious.
Crispy Outside, Soft Inside: Golden edges with a fluffy center, because nobody’s here for dry, lifeless breadsticks.
The Ingredients
- Pantry: Pizza dough, olive oil
- Cheese: Mozzarella cheese, fontina cheese, Parmesan cheese
- Produce: Garlic, fresh basil
- Pantry seasonings: Dried oregano or Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
You can dip the breadsticks in marinara sauce or make our homemade pizza sauce from fresh tomatoes.
fontina, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, basil
Variations for Pizza Dough Breadsticks
Garlic Herb Breadsticks: Add 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh parsley and 1 teaspoon of rosemary to the olive oil and garlic mixture before brushing it on the dough.
Cheesy Jalapeño Breadsticks: Sprinkle ½ cup of chopped pickled jalapeños over the the pizza crust dough.
Bacon Ranch Breadsticks: Sprinkle ½ cup of crumbled cooked bacon over the cheese and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of ranch seasoning before baking.
You might also like my my four cheese pizza.
Recipe Tips
- Let your dough sit out for 30 to 45 minutes before rolling it. Cold dough is stubborn and won’t stretch easily.
- A generous brush of olive adds flavor and helps the crust get golden and crispy.
- Start with mozzarella and fontina for meltiness, then finish with Parmesan for that savory, crispy top layer.
- For crispy bread sticks, bake on a preheated stone, baking sheet, or in a pizza oven. For softer sticks, use parchment paper without preheating the pan.
- Let them cool for 2 to 3 minutes before slicing.
- Prepare the dough and toppings in advance, then bake just before serving for fresh, hot breadsticks without the last-minute stress.
- Serve with a variety of dips; try garlic butter sauce or ranch dressing.
Storage
Refrigerate: Store leftover breadsticks in an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm them in a 375°F oven for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese is melty and the edges are crispy. Avoid microwaving as they’ll turn chewy.
Freeze Unbaked: Assemble the breadsticks, place them on a baking sheet, and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Bake directly from frozen at 450°F, adding 2 to 3 minutes to the bake time.
Freeze Baked Breadsticks: Let them cool completely, then wrap tightly in foil and place in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Pizza Crust Breadsticks
Crispy, cheesy breadsticks made from pizza dough and loaded with cheese. Quick, easy, and perfect for sharing. They are great for pizza night, parties, or a snack!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
- 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded fontina cheese, or use all mozzarella
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano, or Italian seasoning blend
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- Chopped fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
For Serving
- Marinara sauce, for dipping (homemade or store bought)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
- If using store-bought pizza dough, let it sit at room temperature for 30–45 minutes to make it easier to roll out.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 10×12-inch rectangle (or about ¼-inch thick). Transfer it to the baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and minced garlic. Brush this mixture evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, fontina, and finally Parmesan evenly over the top.
- Season with oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Slice the bread lengthwise into strips about 1 inch wide, then, cut across the shorter side once for medium-length breadsticks, or make two cuts for shorter breadsticks.
- Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- If using store-bought pizza dough, let it sit at room temperature for 30–45 minutes before rolling it out.
- For crispy edges, bake on a preheated pizza stone or a well-heated baking sheet. If you prefer softer breadsticks, bake them on parchment paper without preheating the pan.
- These breadsticks are best served fresh but can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Some other options for cheese: provolone, asiago, gouda, cheddar, and havarti.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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