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Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks Made with Pizza Dough

These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It’s a hit as a side dish or appetizer.

These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It's a hit as a side dish or appetizer.

This recipe is for the best Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks, ever!

I can’t believe how easy it was to make these cheesy breadsticks with pizza dough. They are so much better than store-bought and only take about 25 minutes to make.

We all know that garlic breadsticks are a perfect side dish for any Italian meal. These garlic breadsticks are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce and would also be a great addition to any party or family get together as an appetizer.

These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It's a hit as a side dish or appetizer.
These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It's a hit as a side dish or appetizer.

What can I serve Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks with?

Serve the Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks as a side dish for any Italian meal or place them in a bowl at your next party.

Cheesy garlic breadsticks pair great with pasta, lasagna, and other Italian dishes. They are also great with soup, chili, or any other hearty dish.

Cheesy garlic breadsticks are also great as an appetizer for a dinner party or family get-together.

These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It's a hit as a side dish or appetizer.

How to Store Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

Throw any leftovers into an airtight container and put it in the refrigerator.

How long does it last?

Anything from three days to a week.

How can I tell if they’re bad?

If you open the container and smell or see any mould, then throw away the whole thing. If not, enjoy your garlic bread!

About the Ingredients for Cheesy Breadsticks

Pizza Dough – You can use refrigerated pizza dough or homemade pizza dough. Any pizza dough will work here.

Cheese – Shredded Mozzarella, you could use a cheddar blend too if desired. You could also increase the amount of cheese to a full cup if you are looking for extra cheese.

Basil – Dried Basil or try Oregano. Italian seasoning would work well too.

Garlic – You can use store bought minced garlic or mince your own fresh garlic.

Butter – Salted butter.

These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It's a hit as a side dish or appetizer.

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These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It's a hit as a side dish or appetizer.

How to Make Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks from Pizza Dough

Yields: | Prep Time: 15 Mins | Cook Time: 10 Mins

Ingredients:
1 can Refrigerated Pizza Crust
1 tbsp softened Butter
1 tbsp Minced Garlic
1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
1 tbsp Basil

Directions:
Preheat oven to 425.
Mix together softened butter and garlic to make a spread.
Line Pizza pan with parchment paper.


Unroll pizza dough and stretch to fit prepared pan.
Spread butter mixture to completely cover pizza dough.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over dough.
Sprinkle parmesan cheese evenly over dough.
Sprinkle basil evenly over dough.


Using pizza cutter cut into 6 strips and then down the middle.
Bake for 10 minutes or until crust is lightly browned.
Cut again along previous cuts to separate.

Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks Made with Pizza Dough
Yield: 6-7 Servings

Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks Made with Pizza Dough

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It’s a hit as a side dish or appetizer.

Ingredients

  • 1 can Refrigerated Pizza Crust
  • 1 tbsp softened Butter
  • 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Basil

Instructions

    Preheat oven to 425.
    Mix together softened butter and garlic to make a spread.
    Line Pizza pan with parchment paper.
    Unroll pizza dough and stretch to fit prepared pan.
    Spread butter mixture to completely cover pizza dough.
    Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over dough.
    Sprinkle parmesan cheese evenly over dough.
    Sprinkle basil evenly over dough.
    Using pizza cutter cut into 6 strips and then down the middle.
    Bake for 10 minutes or until crust is lightly browned.
    Cut again along previous cuts to separate.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

7

Serving Size:

2 Breadsticks

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 240Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 408mgCarbohydrates: 36gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 7g

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These cheesy garlic breadsticks are made from pizza dough for a delicious twist on the classic! It's a hit as a side dish or appetizer.

Cindy B

Thursday 11th of August 2022

These cheesy garlic breadsticks look delicious and so easy to make. What is the dipping sauce shown in the photo, please?

Liz Lampman

Wednesday 17th of August 2022

It's just marinara. :)

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