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Delicious Pizza Hut cheese sticks served with marinara sauce

Cheese Sticks

These easy, buttery, and melty cheese sticks are a comforting treat perfect for sharing or snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup warm water Temperature should be around 110°F (43°C).
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast Check expiration date for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Plus extra for brushing.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Freshly shredded preferred for better melting.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add salt, olive oil, and gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes on a floured surface until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and place on a greased baking sheet.
  3. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the dough, followed by garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. Brush with olive oil before serving.

Notes

For a crispy edge, bake in a hot oven. Consider adding red pepper flakes before baking for a fun twist.