Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks

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These Pizza Hut–style Cheese Sticks bring all the cheesy, garlicky goodness of your favorite restaurant right into your home kitchen. With a fluffy, buttery dough base and a golden crust topped with bubbling mozzarella, Parmesan, and seasoning, these cheese sticks are baked to perfection and served with warm marinara for dipping. Ideal as a party snack, appetizer, or game-day treat—this copycat recipe delivers nostalgia and flavor in every bite.

  • Prep time15 minutes
  • Cook time28–31 minutes
  • Servings4
  • DifficultyEasy

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 9×13 Baking Dish

Ingredients  

Dough

  • 1 ½ tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp warm water 110°F, divided
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter thinly sliced
  • 1 egg yolk lightly beaten
  • ½ cup warm water 110°F, divided

Assembly

  • marinara sauce for dipping
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp garlic salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted, divided
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella

Instructions 

  • In a small bowl, combine the yeast with half of the warmed water (heated to 110°F) and set it aside for 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  • In a large bowl, place the thinly sliced butter, sugar, and salt.
  • Pour the remaining warm water into the butter mixture and allow it to sit while the yeast activates.
  • After 5 minutes, whisk the butter mixture until somewhat combined.
  • Add the egg yolk and yeast mixture to the bowl, then stir in the flour until just incorporated.
  • Prepare a 9×13 baking dish by brushing it with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  • Spread the dough evenly in the dish, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Remove the plastic wrap from the dough, brush the top with the remaining melted butter, and generously sprinkle with mozzarella, parmesan, garlic salt, and oregano.
  • Bake for 28-31 minutes, until the edges are deep golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Allow the breadsticks to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into 8 even pieces.
  • Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Benefits of Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks (Homemade Version)

  • Restaurant Quality at Home: Enjoy the iconic flavor without leaving the house.
  • Customizable: Easily adjust cheese, spice levels, or add herbs to taste.
  • Budget-Friendly: Makes a generous batch with simple pantry staples.
  • Perfect for Sharing: Ideal for parties, gatherings, or family movie nights.
  • Beginner-Friendly Recipe: No stand mixer or special tools needed—just a bowl and baking dish.

Summary

Homemade Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks offer a soft, buttery base topped with a bubbly mix of mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, and oregano—baked until golden and served with marinara for dipping. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or indulging in a cozy night in, these easy, cheesy breadsticks are a guaranteed hit.

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