Irresistible Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Recipe
These irresistible Pizza Hut-style cheese sticks are crispy, cheesy, and perfect as a snack or appetizer. Made with pizza dough stuffed with a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, then baked to golden perfection. Enjoy warm, buttery, and gooey cheese sticks that mimic the classic restaurant favorite right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 cheese sticks 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Cheese Filling
- 2 cups whole milk mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Seasoning
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Topping
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for a perfectly crisp crust on your cheese sticks.
- Roll Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it is about half an inch thick, creating an even base for your filling.
- Add Cheese: Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella over half of the rolled-out dough, then fold the other half over the cheese, creating a filled dough envelope.
- Cut Strips: Slice the folded dough into strips about one inch wide. Arrange these strips on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Season: Brush each strip generously with melted butter. Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning evenly over the top for great flavor.
- Bake: Bake the cheese sticks in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until they are golden brown and the cheese inside is bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cheese sticks to cool slightly before serving to avoid burns and let the cheese set just enough for ideal texture.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, brush the sticks with garlic butter again halfway through baking.
- Serve with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Use cold dough if using homemade to make rolling easier.
- Adjust cheese amounts based on your preference for cheesiness.
- Can be prepared ahead and baked before serving.
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