Soft-Baked Garlic Breadsticks from Pizza Dough

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Soft-Baked Garlic Breadsticks from Pizza Dough

Made from pizza dough, these homemade breadsticks are smothered in garlic butter, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese then baked to a toasty golden brown. Soft-baked Garlic Breadsticks are the perfect way to use up leftover homemade pizza dough and make for a great addition to any dinner table!

Prep Time20

Cook Time16

Total Time36

Course: All Recipes, Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: garlic breadsticks, Garlic Pizza Dough Breadsticks, leftover pizza dough recipe

Servings:

Calories: 97kcal

Author: Kimberlee Ho

Equipment

Pizza Cutter

Ingredients

1 pound pizza dough homemade or store-bought
4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
1-2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese grated or shredded
marinara or pizza sauce for dipping optional

Instructions

If using my Pizza Dough recipe, prepare the dough through step 2. Please note this recipe uses half the amount of dough yielded from my Chewy Pizza Dough recipe. I would recommend making a full batch of pizza dough and dividing it in half - use half to make pizzas and half to make these breadsticks. Or, prepare half the pizza dough recipe by dividing all ingredient amounts by 2. Pizza dough can be made overnight according to the recipe instructions or it can be made the same day. Use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast. At the end of step 2, instead of placing the covered dough in the fridge overnight, leave the covered dough in a warm spot (approximately 80º-85ºF) for 2 hours, or until the dough has doubled in size and slowly bounces back when pressed with your fingertip.
1 pound pizza dough
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Punch the risen dough down to release the air bubbles. If the full pizza dough recipe was prepared, divide the dough in half. Use the other half of the dough to make pizza or follow the instructions to freeze.
Sprinkle a clean countertop or work surface with flour. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set next to your work station (I do not recommend using a silicone baking mat for this - I like to slice my breadsticks directly on the parchment paper lined baking sheet. If you use a silicone baking mat, you will cut through it).
Remove the prepared dough from the bowl and place on the lightly floured surface. Press the dough gently into a 8 x 10 inch rectangle until it is about ½ inch thick. If you prefer thinner breadsticks, continue pressing the dough gently into a larger rectangle. Gently lift the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. If you prefer, press the dough directly onto the parchment paper to avoid having to lift and move it.
Combine the butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning together in a small bowl. Brush liberally over top of the dough. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese.
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend , 1-2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Bake for 14-16 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. If desired, turn the oven to broil for the last minute to brown the top. Remove from the oven and allow to cool 15 minutes
Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to slice into breadsticks. Serve plain or with marinara sauce for dipping.
marinara or pizza sauce for dipping

Notes

To store these breadsticks, cover them tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Warm breadsticks in the microwave for 30-60 seconds at 50% power or place in a preheated toaster oven or conventional oven set at 350ºF for 5-7 minutes. Enjoy as an easy snack or side dish
Baked breadsticks can be frozen for up to 3 months. Place cooled breadsticks in an even layer on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours. Transfer frozen breadsticks to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, remove breadsticks and leave them at room temperature. Warm them in the microwave or toaster oven.

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