Ingredients
Breadstick Base
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Cheese Topping
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and allow it to fully heat, ensuring a crisp and golden crust during baking.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll the pizza dough out into a rectangle shape on a baking sheet, creating an even thickness to cook uniformly.
- Apply Olive Oil: Brush the entire surface of the rolled dough with 2 tablespoons of olive oil to enhance flavor and help cheese adhesion.
- Add Cheese: Evenly sprinkle 2 cups of shredded mozzarella followed by ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese across the oiled dough surface.
- Season the Breadsticks: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning evenly over the cheese for aromatic flavoring.
- Bake: Place the prepared dough in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
- Cool and Slice: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool slightly so the cheese firms up. Then cut into breadstick-sized pieces.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the breadsticks for a touch of color and extra flavor. Serve warm, ideally with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping to complement the cheesy breadsticks.
- For extra cheesy flavor, add shredded cheddar cheese mixed with mozzarella before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
