Description
Create a fun and spooky snack perfect for Halloween parties with these Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones. Made with soft pizza dough, brushed with melted butter, topped with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, and served warm with marinara sauce, these breadsticks are as delicious as they are festive.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Breadsticks
- All-purpose flour, for dusting work surface
- 1 pound homemade or store-bought pizza dough
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Serving
- Homemade or store-bought marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or Silpat mats. Lightly dust your work surface with flour to prevent sticking when rolling out the dough.
- Shape the Breadsticks: Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into an 8-inch long rope, tapering slightly at the ends to create a bone-like shape. Arrange five breadsticks per baking sheet, spacing them at least 2 inches apart. Use scissors to cut 1-inch slits at each end of the breadstick, carefully stretching the cut pieces apart to form the ends of the bone shapes.
- Brush and Add Parmesan: Generously brush each breadstick with the melted butter. Then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the tops to add a delicious, savory crust during baking.
- Bake Initially: Place the breadsticks in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes until they start to turn golden and firm up.
- Add Mozzarella and Finish Baking: Remove the baking sheets from the oven and evenly top each breadstick with shredded mozzarella cheese. Return them to the oven for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the mozzarella is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Serve Warm: Remove the breadsticks from the oven and serve them warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, perfect for a festive and delicious Halloween treat.
Notes
- These breadstick bones add a spooky yet appetizing touch to any Halloween party or Fright Night gathering.
- You can use either homemade or store-bought pizza dough depending on your preference and time availability.
- For an extra flavor kick, sprinkle some garlic powder or Italian seasoning on top before baking.
- To make ahead, shape the breadsticks and refrigerate them before baking; just bake them fresh when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 187
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 475 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 19 mg
