Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks (Printable Version)
Gooey mozzarella and parmesan cheese baked on homemade dough with garlic and oregano, served with marinara for dipping.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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1 ½ tbsp granulated sugar
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1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
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1 tsp active dry yeast
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp kosher salt
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2 tbsp warm water (110°F), divided
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½ cup warm water (110°F), divided
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, thinly sliced
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1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
→ Assembly
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted, divided
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8 oz shredded mozzarella
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2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
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¼ tsp garlic salt
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¼ tsp dried oregano
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marinara sauce for dipping
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, combine the yeast with half of the warmed water (heated to 110°F) and set aside for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
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In a large bowl, place the thinly sliced butter, sugar, and salt. Pour the remaining warm water into the butter mixture and allow it to sit while the yeast activates.
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After 5 minutes, whisk the butter mixture until somewhat combined. Add the egg yolk and yeast mixture to the bowl, then stir in the flour until just incorporated.
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Prepare a 9×13 baking dish by brushing it with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Spread the dough evenly in the dish, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for 15 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the plastic wrap from the dough, brush the top with the remaining melted butter, and generously sprinkle with mozzarella, parmesan, garlic salt, and oregano.
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Bake for 28-31 minutes, until the edges are deep golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
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Allow the breadsticks to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into 8 even pieces. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
# Notes:
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For best results, ensure water temperature is exactly 110°F to properly activate the yeast without killing it.