Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Recipe
These Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks are soft, buttery breadsticks loaded with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese, seasoned with garlic and oregano, and served warm with zesty marinara sauce for dipping. Perfect for a comforting appetizer or snack, they feature a tender yeast dough baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 cheese sticks 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 ½ tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp warm water (110°F), divided
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, thinly sliced
- 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
- ½ cup warm water (110°F), divided
Topping Ingredients
- 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp garlic salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted, divided
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the active dry yeast with half of the warm water heated to 110°F. Set aside for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is activated.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, add the thinly sliced butter, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Pour the remaining warm water into this mixture and let it sit while the yeast activates to slightly soften the butter.
- Combine Mixtures: After 5 minutes, whisk the butter mixture until somewhat combined. Then add the lightly beaten egg yolk and the yeast mixture to the bowl. Stir in the flour until just incorporated to form a soft dough.
- Prepare Baking Dish and Dough Rest: Brush a 9×13 inch baking dish with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Spread the dough evenly in the prepared dish. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest for 15 minutes to allow the dough to relax.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s ready to bake the breadsticks.
- Top the Dough: Remove the plastic wrap from the dough, brush the top with the remaining melted butter. Generously sprinkle the shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan, garlic salt, and dried oregano evenly over the top.
- Bake Breadsticks: Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 31 minutes, or until the edges are deep golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the breadsticks to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before cutting into 8 even pieces. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Use warm water around 110°F to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough; mix just until ingredients are combined for a tender texture.
- Brush the baking dish with melted butter to prevent sticking and add extra flavor.
- Letting the dough rest helps it relax and promotes better texture in the final breadsticks.
- Serve the cheese sticks warm for the best gooey cheese experience.
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