Description
Homemade Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are the ultimate comfort food, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone gathered around the table. With a warm, buttery crust topped with melted mozzarella and fragrant garlic, these breadsticks are perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers. They’re easy to make and pair beautifully with soups, salads, or as a tasty snack on movie nights. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this cheesy delight that’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (100°F to 110°F)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough, divide into about 12 pieces, and roll each into strips approximately 6 inches long.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange breadsticks on parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with melted butter mixed with minced garlic, sprinkle with mozzarella, herbs, and Parmesan. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg