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Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Recipe

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Recreate the beloved Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks at home with this easy recipe. Soft, buttery dough topped with gooey mozzarella and parmesan cheese, seasoned with garlic and oregano, baked to golden perfection. Serve warm with marinara sauce for a perfect appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 ½ tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for mixing)
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp warm water (110°F), divided
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, thinly sliced
  • 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
  • ½ cup warm water (110°F), divided

Topping

  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp garlic salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted, divided (2 tbsp for the dish, remainder for brushing)

Serving

  • Marinara sauce for dipping

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the active dry yeast with half of the warm water (heated to 110°F). Let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix Butter and Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the thinly sliced unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Pour in the remaining warm water. Let this mixture sit briefly to allow the butter to soften and flavors to meld.
  3. Combine Ingredients: After the yeast has activated, whisk the butter mixture gently to combine. Add the lightly beaten egg yolk and the foamy yeast mixture to the bowl.
  4. Add Flour: Stir in the all-purpose flour gradually until just incorporated, forming a soft dough.
  5. Prepare Baking Dish: Brush a 9×13-inch baking dish with 2 tablespoons of melted butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  6. Rest Dough: Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking dish. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest for 15 minutes to rise slightly.
  7. Preheat Oven: While the dough rests, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Add Toppings: Remove the plastic wrap, brush the top of the dough with the remaining melted butter. Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan, garlic salt, and dried oregano evenly over the surface.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 31 minutes until the edges turn a deep golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Cool and Slice: Allow the cheese sticks to cool in the dish for about 10 minutes before cutting into 8 even pieces to allow the cheese and dough to set slightly.
  11. Serve: Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Ensure the water used to activate the yeast is between 105°F and 115°F for best results—too hot can kill the yeast, too cold will delay activation.
  • Use fresh active dry yeast for optimal rising and texture.
  • Brush the dough with melted butter both before and after baking for a rich, buttery crust.
  • You can substitute garlic salt with garlic powder and adjust salt levels to taste.
  • For a crispier crust, bake a few minutes longer but watch carefully to prevent burning.

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