Irresistible Homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks You’ll Love Recipe
Enjoy these irresistible homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks, featuring a soft and buttery dough topped with a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned with garlic and oregano, perfectly baked to golden perfection and served with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 cheese sticks 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 large Egg Yolk
- 1 cup Warm Water (divided use – estimated for yeast activation and dough mixing)
Toppings & Seasoning
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
To Serve
- 1 cup Marinara Sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Begin by combining 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast with half of the warm water and let it foam for about 5 minutes until bubbly. In a large bowl, mix 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and the remaining warm water. Stir in 1 large egg yolk and then add the foamy yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate 3 cups all-purpose flour until the dough just forms.
- Assemble Breadsticks: Generously brush a 9×13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Spread the prepared dough evenly into the dish. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Apply Toppings and Bake: After the dough has risen, remove the plastic wrap and brush the top with remaining melted butter. Evenly sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese over the dough. Then, sprinkle 1 teaspoon garlic salt and 1 teaspoon dried oregano on top. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 28-31 minutes until the breadsticks are golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cheese sticks from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Once slightly cooled, cut into sticks and serve warm with 1 cup marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend.
- Can reduce granulated sugar for less sweetness depending on preference.
- Use olive oil instead of butter for a dairy-free alternative.
- Flax egg can replace egg yolk to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
- Substitute dried oregano with Italian seasoning or fresh basil for variation.
- Garlic powder or freshly minced garlic can be used in place of garlic salt for fresher flavor.
- Try different cheeses such as provolone or Monterey Jack as alternatives to mozzarella.
- Serve with alternative dipping sauces like ranch or barbecue for a fun twist.
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