Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks
Delightful homemade cheese sticks that every cheese lover will enjoy, perfect for parties or cozy snacks.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Adds a hint of sweetness.
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Main structure for your dough.
- 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Secret to fluffy, risen dough.
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances overall flavor.
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds rich flavor.
- 1 large Egg Yolk Binds the dough and enriches flavor.
- 1 cup Warm Water (110°F) Activates the yeast for perfect texture.
Topping Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Main cheese component.
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds sharpness and depth.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt Infuses savory flavor.
Serving Ingredients
- 1 cup Marinara Sauce Classic dipping sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and the activated yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface to about ½ inch thick. Cut into sticks and place on a greased baking sheet.
- Melt the butter and mix with garlic salt. Brush this mixture over the sticks, then sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Serving
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
For an even cheesier stick, add more mozzarella or try different cheese blends. Make sure to check the water temperature for yeast activation.