Irresistible Homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks You’ll Love Recipe
Enjoy restaurant-style homemade Pizza Hut cheese sticks with this easy recipe featuring a soft, buttery dough topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, seasoned perfectly and baked to golden perfection. Serve warm with savory marinara sauce for a delightful appetizer or snack that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour (Gluten-free flour can be used)
- 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 large Egg Yolk
- 1/2 cup Warm Water (divided, not originally listed explicitly but implied)
Toppings and Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
Serving
- 1 cup Marinara Sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the active dry yeast with half of the warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy to activate the yeast.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter (melted or softened), granulated sugar, kosher salt, and the remaining warm water. Stir in the egg yolk, then add the foamy yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour until the dough is just combined, forming a soft dough.
- Rise the Dough: Generously brush a 9×13 baking dish with melted butter. Spread the dough evenly inside the dish. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm area to rise for 15 minutes until it puffs up slightly.
- Preheat Oven: While the dough rises, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Dough for Baking: Remove the plastic wrap from the dough and brush the top generously with the remaining melted butter. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and dried oregano evenly over the dough surface.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 31 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the dough edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked cheese sticks to cool for about 10 minutes, then cut them into sticks or squares. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a suitable gluten-free blend.
- Reduce granulated sugar if you prefer less sweetness in the dough.
- Use olive oil instead of butter for a healthier fat alternative.
- For a vegan version, replace egg yolk with a flax egg and use dairy-free cheese alternatives.
- You can substitute dried oregano with Italian seasoning or fresh basil for different flavor profiles.
- If garlic salt is unavailable, use fresh minced garlic or garlic powder plus salt to taste.
- Marinara sauce can be substituted with ranch, barbecue, or any preferred dipping sauce.
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