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Homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks

Deliciously Cheesy Homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Recipe

Recreate the comforting flavors of Homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks with this easy recipe.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 31 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 46 minutes
Servings: 16 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 packets Active Dry Yeast Can substitute with instant yeast
  • 1 cup Warm Water Around 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Can reduce for less sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Additional water
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Can be reduced if sodium is a concern
  • 1 large Egg Yolk A flax egg can serve as a vegan substitute
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Salt Can be substituted with fresh minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano Can be substituted with Italian seasoning or fresh basil
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Alternatives include provolone or Monterey Jack
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a dairy-free option
For Dipping
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Alternatives include ranch or barbecue sauce

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dough: Combine active dry yeast with warm water and let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until foamy. Mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and kosher salt into remaining water. Add egg yolk and foamy yeast mixture, stirring well.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: Incorporate flour gradually into the wet mixture, mixing until the dough just comes together. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  3. Allow the Dough to Rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, covering it. Let it rise for around 30 minutes until doubled in size.
  4. Assemble the Breadsticks: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish with melted butter. Spread dough into the dish and let it rise for an additional 15 minutes.
  5. Add Toppings: Brush the dough with melted butter, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and add garlic salt and oregano.
  6. Bake Until Golden: Bake for 28-31 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and edges turn golden brown.
  7. Cool and Slice: Let the cheese sticks cool for 10 minutes before cutting them into strips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stickCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow cheese sticks to cool before slicing to hold shape well.

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