Best 7 Italian Cheese Bread Sticks Recipes

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Indulge in the cheesy, garlicky goodness of Italian Cheese Bread Sticks, a culinary delight that tantalizes taste buds with every bite. These delectable breadsticks, originating from the vibrant streets of Italy, have captivated hearts worldwide with their crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior, generously coated in a symphony of grated Parmesan, mozzarella, and garlic butter.

Embark on a culinary journey as we present a collection of tantalizing Italian Cheese Bread Stick recipes, each offering unique twists and variations to satisfy every palate. From classic breadsticks to those infused with herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and even a mouthwatering bacon-wrapped version, this article has something for every cheese bread lover. Get ready to transform your kitchen into an Italian bakery as you explore these irresistible recipes, perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a delightful snack to enjoy at home.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY GARLIC BREADSTICKS



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The BEST Cheesy Breadsticks that are easy to make and even better than take-out!

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/8 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
3/4 cup warm water
1 1/2 Tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
1 1/2 - 2 cups bread flour (, or all-purpose flour)
1 1/2 Tablespoons salted butter
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl or stand mixer combine 1/2 cup of the warm water with the sugar and yeast. Stir to combine and let rest for 5 minutes. Add the remaining 1/4 cup warm water, olive oil, salt and vinegar.
  • Begin mixing on medium-low speed and gradually add the flour --knead for a few minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic (it should be slightly sticky, but not so sticky that it sticks to your clean fingertip). Mine is usually ready with 1 1/2 cups flour) Cover the bowl with a dry towel and allow to rest in a warm place for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees F with a pizza stone inside or upside down cookie sheet inside.
  • Gently punch the dough down. Place a large piece of parchment paper on your counter and use your hands (or a rolling pin, but it's easier with your hands) to spread the dough into a rectangle about 1/3 inch thick.
  • Mix melted butter and garlic in a small bowl then spread mixture evenly over dough, all the way to the edges. Top with parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
  • Transfer the dough (still on the parchment paper) onto the hot pizza stone in the oven. Bake for 8-12 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
  • Serve with dipping sauces like marinara sauce or ranch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 kcal, Protein 7 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 236 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LITTLE CAESAR'S ITALIAN CHEESE BREAD RECIPE



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Provided by Katie Clark

Categories     Bread

Number Of Ingredients 12

Dough:
1 cup warm water
1 tbsp yeast
1.5 tbsp sugar
2 3/4 cups bread flour
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
Other Ingredients:
6 tablespoons of butter (softened)
1/2 tbsp minced garlic cloves (you could use garlic powder)
1.5 cups pizza cheese
Italian Seasoning or Italian Seasoning Blend (see below)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl or stand mixer, mix together water, yeast, sugar.
  • Add in flour and salt.
  • Mix with a dough hook until it comes away from the sides of the bowl - add more flour if necessary.
  • Knead by hand or with dough hook for about five minutes.
  • Cover the dough ball with oil, place in a bowl, cover with plastic, and let rise at room temperature 30-45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees
  • Grease 9×13 glass baking dish with butter
  • Press the dough into the pan
  • Spread the softened butter over the top of the dough
  • Spoon the minced garlic evenly over the top of the butter to make the garlic butter topping.
  • Sprinkle cheese over the top
  • Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the top
  • Cover with tin foil and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Remove tin foil and bake for another 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 20 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 11 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 411 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams unsaturated fat

GARLIC CHEESE BREAD STICKS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 stick butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 loaf French bread, cut in half lengthways
Two 6-ounce balls fresh mozzarella, sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack on the bottom position and preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Melt the butter in a pan with the garlic and bring to a simmer. Brush the garlic butter over the bread, lay slices of the mozzarella on top and sprinkle with the chopped parsley.
  • Put the bread onto a baking sheet and cook on the bottom rack for about 10 minutes.

ITALIAN CHEESE BREAD STICKS



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My family loves this bread which goes well with any Italian dish and as an added plus the dough makes a great pizza crust.

Provided by Karen Caudle

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 16

INGREDIENTS
2 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 Tbsp yeast (or 1 packet)
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 c warm water (120-130 degrees)
1 Tbsp oil
TOPPING
1/4-1/3 c prepared italian salad dressing
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp oregano, dried
1/4 tsp thyme, dried
dash(es) pepper
1 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1/2 c shreded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast sugar and salt. Add water and oil to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
  • 2. Turn onto a floured surface; knead for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes.
  • 3. While dough is rising combine the remaining ingredient EXCEPT for mozzarella cheese.
  • 4. Punch dough down; place on a greased 12-inch pizza pan and pat into a 12-inch circle. Brush with salad dressing and sprinkle seasoning mixture mozzarella cheese.
  • 5. Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cut into sticks and serve warm.

ITALIAN CHEESE BREAD



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People are astounded to learn I make this savory Italian bread from scratch in less that an hour. With this recipe from my brother-in-law, warm slices are a delicious and easy alternative to garlic toast. I'll sometimes use this bread as a snack or appetizer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 loaf (16 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon quick-rise yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup warm water (120° to 130°)
1 tablespoon canola oil
TOPPING:
1/4 to 1/3 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Dash pepper
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt. Beat in water and oil until blended. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes. , Punch dough down; place on a greased 12-in. pizza pan and pat into a 12-in. circle. Brush with salad dressing. Combine the seasonings; sprinkle over top. Sprinkle with cheeses. , Bake at 450° for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 428mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY ITALIAN BREADSTICKS



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Two great reasons to make these crisp and chewy breadsticks for your family? They're simple and delicious! The recipe has been in my family for more than 40 years.-Pamela Hawkins, Gaston, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Gradually add milk, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times., Roll dough into a 14x10-in. rectangle. Cut in half lengthwise; cut each half widthwise into 1-in. strips. Place butter in a shallow bowl. Dip each strip into butter; twist two to three times., Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Sprinkle with cheese and garlic salt. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

ITALIAN CHEESE BREAD



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A strong tasting cheese bread.

Provided by roger russell

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¼ cups warm water
3 cups bread flour
½ cup shredded pepperjack cheese
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • Place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order suggested by the manufacturer.
  • Select White Bread or Basic cycle. Start.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 337.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: High-quality ingredients will result in more flavorful breadsticks. Choose fresh mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and make sure the yeast is active.
  • Proof the dough properly: This allows the yeast to activate and the dough to rise, resulting in light and airy breadsticks. Proof the dough in a warm place for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Knead the dough well: Kneading the dough helps to develop the gluten, which gives the breadsticks their chewy texture. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Shape the breadsticks evenly: This will help them to cook evenly. Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into even strips, and then roll each strip into a long, thin breadstick.
  • Bake the breadsticks until golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through. Bake the breadsticks in a preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crusty.

Conclusion:

Italian cheese breadsticks are a delicious and versatile snack or appetizer. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these tasty breadsticks at home. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, or simply enjoy them plain.

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