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Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Recipe Easy Copycat Snack for Parties

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These homemade Pizza Hut cheese sticks are warm, garlicky, buttery, and loaded with melty cheese—just like your favorite pizza joint! Quick to make and perfect for parties, game nights, or a nostalgic snack at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (6g) salt
  • 1 packet (2¼ teaspoons or 7g) instant yeast
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) olive oil, plus more for greasing the pan
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 1½ cups (170g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup (56g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 small garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano and basil)
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • Marinara sauce, for serving
  • Optional: fresh parsley or basil, finely chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Stir to mix.
  2. Add olive oil and warm water. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic (or use a stand mixer with dough hook for 4-5 minutes).
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let rise in a warm place for 20-30 minutes until slightly puffy.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Generously grease a 9×13-inch baking sheet or pizza pan with olive oil or nonstick spray.
  6. Press the dough evenly into the pan, stretching to cover the corners. If it springs back, let it rest for 2-3 minutes and try again.
  7. Brush the dough with melted butter. Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning evenly over the top.
  8. Layer on mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheese, then finish with Parmesan if using.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and cheese is bubbly and lightly browned in spots. For extra browning, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Slice into sticks (about 1-inch wide) with a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
  11. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil if desired. Serve hot with warm marinara sauce.

Notes

For best results, shred your own cheese for optimal melt. Store-bought pizza dough can be used for convenience. To make ahead, assemble up to the baking step and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen and reheated in the oven or air fryer.

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