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Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks

Homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks: Crispy Cheesy Perfection

Delight in these Homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks that evoke memories of childhood pizza nights with their crispy exterior and gooey mozzarella center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 31 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 1 minute
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar Adds a hint of sweetness; can use brown sugar.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; measure correctly.
  • 1 pkg Active Dry Yeast Critical for rising; can substitute with instant yeast.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Enhances flavor and controls yeast activity.
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter Use cold for dough, melted for topping.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Enriches dough texture and color.
  • 1 cup Warm Water Should be at 110°F for optimal yeast activation.
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Optional but recommended for flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Salt Robust garlic flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Enhances flavor and crust texture.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Key for gooey texture; can swap with other melting cheeses.

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine the active dry yeast with half of the warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a larger mixing bowl, whisk together the softened butter, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and the remaining warm water.
  3. Once the yeast is activated, add the egg yolk to the butter mixture, stirring to combine.
  4. Gently fold in the foamy yeast mixture, then gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined.
  5. Spread the prepared dough evenly into a greased 9x13 baking dish and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  7. After resting, brush the surface of the dough with melted butter and sprinkle with Parmesan, mozzarella, oregano, and garlic salt.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 28-31 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes, then slice into 8 equal pieces and serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure warm water is at 110°F for yeast activation. Allow cooling before cutting to maintain structure.

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