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Cheese-Stuffed Garlic Breadsticks

Cheese-Stuffed Garlic Breadsticks
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These Cheese-Stuffed Garlic Breadsticks feature a perfectly crispy golden crust with a soft, chewy interior stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese. Infused with rich garlic butter and fresh herbs, they make an irresistible snack, appetizer, or side dish that suits any occasion. Easy to prepare with simple pantry staples and customizable to your taste, these breadsticks deliver warm, comforting flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

For the Dough and Cheese Stuffing

  • Pizza dough (enough to roll out a 12 by 8-inch rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick)
  • Mozzarella cheese, sliced into long strips (amount based on dough size, approximately 6 oz)

For the Garlic Butter

  • Butter, softened (4 tablespoons)
  • Garlic cloves, minced or crushed (3 cloves)
  • Parsley, chopped fresh or dried (2 tablespoons fresh or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt (a pinch)
  • Black pepper (a pinch)

For Baking

  • Olive oil (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Butter: Combine 4 tablespoons of softened butter with 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix thoroughly and set aside to use for brushing.
  2. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12 by 8-inch rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick, ensuring even thickness for uniform baking.
  3. Add the Cheese: Slice mozzarella into long strips and place them along the center lengthwise of the rolled dough, forming the stuffing core.
  4. Fold and Seal: Fold the dough over the cheese strips to create a sealed roll, pinching the edges tightly to prevent cheese leakage during baking.
  5. Cut into Breadsticks: Slice the dough roll into 1-inch wide strips. Arrange each breadstick with space on a parchment-lined baking sheet to allow even rising and browning.
  6. Apply Garlic Butter and Bake: Brush the breadsticks generously with the prepared garlic butter, drizzle with olive oil to enhance crispiness, then bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  7. Final Garlic Butter Brush and Serve: Remove breadsticks from the oven and immediately brush again with the garlic butter to maintain moisture, shine, and aroma. Serve warm for the best melty-cheese experience.

Notes

  • Use fresh mozzarella cheese for the best melt quality and flavor.
  • Seal the dough edges tightly to keep cheese from leaking out while baking.
  • Leave enough space between breadsticks on the baking sheet to ensure proper crisping and rise.
  • Brush the breadsticks twice with garlic butter—before and after baking—for maximum garlic flavor and moisture.
  • Allow breadsticks to cool for 5 minutes before serving to prevent burning and let cheese set slightly.

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