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Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Recipe

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A delicious homemade version of Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks featuring a soft, buttery dough topped with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, seasoned with garlic and oregano, and served warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1½ tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp warm water divided
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter thinly sliced
  • 1 egg yolk lightly beaten
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt

Assembly

  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted, divided
  • Marinara sauce for dipping
  • ¼ tbsp garlic salt
  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Proof the yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in half of the warmed water and let it sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.
  2. Prepare butter mixture: In a separate large bowl, place the butter, sugar, and salt. Pour the remaining warm water over the butter mixture and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk butter mixture: After five minutes, whisk the butter mixture to combine, even if the butter hasn’t fully melted.
  4. Add egg yolk and yeast: Add the egg yolk and proofed yeast mixture, whisking to incorporate fully.
  5. Mix in flour: Stir in the flour until just combined to form the dough.
  6. Prepare baking dish: Grease the baking dish with some of the melted butter, ensuring the bottom and sides are coated well.
  7. Spread dough: Spread the dough evenly into the pan, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest for 15 minutes to rise slightly.
  8. Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Brush dough with butter: Uncover the dough and brush the remaining melted butter over the top.
  10. Add toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan, garlic salt, and dried oregano evenly across the dough surface.
  11. Bake: Bake for 31 minutes until the edges are dark golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  12. Cool and slice: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes, then carefully lift from the pan and cut into 8 even slices.
  13. Serve: Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Use warm water around 110°F to effectively activate the yeast.
  • Letting the dough rest helps it become soft and easier to spread.
  • If desired, substitute garlic salt with garlic powder plus a pinch of regular salt for a milder garlic flavor.
  • Use room temperature butter to ensure better mixing in the dough.
  • For a crispier crust, bake a few minutes longer but watch so it doesn't burn.
  • Leftover cheese sticks can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or air fryer for best texture.

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