“These turned out incredible! The crust is perfectly light and flaky, the filling is flavorful, and they’re a joy to eat. My husband called them the best thing I’ve ever made, and my kids couldn’t get enough.”

Soft, pillowy, and packed with melty cheese, these Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks are the ultimate comfort food. A touch of garlic adds warmth and savory depth, while the golden crust and gooey cheese topping make them disappear in no time. Perfect as a side, snack, or party treat, they’re simple enough to make anytime.

Straight from the oven, every bite is cheesy, garlicky, and utterly satisfying. Best of all, this recipe is easy to make at home—and leftovers can be stored to enjoy later in the day or week.

Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

Ingredients

For the Bread

Quantity	Ingredient	Notes
1 ½ cups + 2 tbsp	All-purpose flour	—
1 tbsp	Dry instant yeast	—
3 tbsp	Unsalted butter	Cubed, room temperature
½ tbsp	Granulated sugar	—
1 cup	Lukewarm milk	—
1 tsp	Salt	—
As needed	Lukewarm water	For kneading
—	Cornmeal	For dusting

For the Topping

Quantity	Ingredient	Notes
2 cloves	Garlic	Minced
2 tbsp	Unsalted butter	Softened, room temperature
1 tsp	Italian herb seasoning	—
1 ⅓ cups	Mozzarella cheese	Grated
½ cup	Parmesan cheese	Grated
—	Salt & pepper	To taste
Handful	Fresh parsley	Chopped

Instructions

1. Activate the yeast
In a medium bowl, combine lukewarm milk, yeast, 2 tbsp flour, and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy and bubbly.

2. Make the dough
In a large bowl, mix flour and cubed butter with a fork or your hands until crumbly. Add salt, then pour in the yeast mixture. Knead well, adding lukewarm water gradually until smooth. Place the dough in a clean bowl, drizzle with olive oil, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.

3. Prepare the topping
In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, softened butter, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.

4. Shape the dough
Dust a baking sheet with cornmeal. Turn dough onto a floured surface, knead 5–8 minutes, and roll into a 1-inch-thick rectangle. Transfer to the baking sheet, press gently to fit, cover, and let rest 15–20 minutes.

5. Bake the base
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the dough for 15 minutes.

6. Add the topping and finish
Remove from oven, brush with the garlic butter, and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top. Increase oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Serve
Slice into sticks, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.