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Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Recipe

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Recreate the classic Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks with this easy homemade recipe featuring soft, buttery dough topped with a generous blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned with garlic and oregano, baked to golden perfection and served warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar (Can be reduced for less sweetness.)
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour (Gluten-free flour can be used.)
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast (Instant yeast can replace.)
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt (Can be reduced if sodium is a concern.)
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (Can be replaced with olive oil.)
  • 1 large Egg Yolk (A flax egg can be used for vegan.)
  • 1/2 cup Warm Water (divided)

Toppings

  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (Alternatives include provolone or Monterey Jack.)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Nutritional yeast can be used as a dairy-free option.)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano (Substitute with Italian seasoning or basil.)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt (Fresh minced garlic can be an alternative.)

For Serving

  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce (Any favorite sauce like ranch or barbeque works.)
  • Additional melted butter for brushing

Instructions

  1. Activate the Yeast: Combine the active dry yeast with half of the warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active and ready to use.
  2. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, blend the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and the remaining warm water. Stir in the egg yolk and the foamy yeast mixture, then gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms.
  3. First Dough Rise and Assembly: Generously brush a 9×13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Evenly spread the prepared dough in the dish, cover it tightly with plastic wrap, and set it aside in a warm place to rise for 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat Oven: While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Remove the plastic wrap from the risen dough and brush the surface with additional melted butter. Evenly sprinkle mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and dried oregano over the top.
  6. Bake the Cheese Sticks: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 28 to 31 minutes until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the cheese sticks cool in the dish for 10 minutes, then cut into sticks. Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • You can reduce the sugar if you prefer less sweetness in the dough.
  • Use gluten-free flour as a substitute for all-purpose flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • For a vegan option, replace the egg yolk with a flax egg and use dairy-free cheese alternatives.
  • Adjust garlic salt and oregano to taste or substitute with fresh garlic and Italian seasoning.
  • Feel free to swap marinara sauce with ranch, barbecue, or your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Ensure the water is warm but not hot to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Letting the dough rise for longer than 15 minutes may yield a lighter texture.

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