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Copycat Pizza Hut Cheesy Breadsticks

Fluffy, buttery, and covered in melted cheese, these copycat breadsticks taste just like the restaurant favorite but better.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 breadsticks
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1.33 cups warm water 105-115°F
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2.25 tsp instant yeast 1 packet
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp non-fat dry milk powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil plus more for pan
Topping
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Stand mixer or large bowl
  • 9x13 Baking Pan
  • Pizza Cutter
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a mixer bowl. Let sit 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add salt, milk powder, and 2 tbsp oil. Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead for 5-7 minutes. Place in oiled bowl, cover, and rise for 60-90 minutes until doubled.
  4. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Generously oil a 9x13 baking pan.
  5. Press dough into the pan. Slice into 12 strips using a pizza cutter (do not separate). Cover and rest 20 minutes.
  6. Mix melted butter with garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Brush half onto dough.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove, top with cheeses, and bake another 5-8 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Brush with any remaining butter, recut along lines, and serve with marinara.

Notes

Using milk powder creates the signature soft texture.