Pizza Hut Copycat Breadsticks Recipe

Introduction

These Pizza Hut-style breadsticks are soft, buttery, and packed with a flavorful garlic and herb seasoning. Perfect as a side or a snack, they bring the classic pizza parlor taste right to your home kitchen.

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups warm water
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
• 2 to 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter (divided)
• 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently, cover with a towel, and let rest for 5 minutes until bubbly and foamy.
2. Step 2: Add 2 cups of flour and 1 ½ teaspoons salt to the yeast mixture. Fit the mixer with the dough hook and mix on medium-low speed until dough begins to come together, adding more flour if needed until it pulls away from the bowl.
3. Step 3: Increase mixer speed to medium-high and knead the dough for 3 minutes to develop gluten.
4. Step 4: Remove dough and place in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover and let rise about 1 hour or until nearly doubled in size.
5. Step 5: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with half of the melted butter. Set aside.
6. Step 6: Turn risen dough onto a floured surface and roll into a 9×13-inch rectangle. Transfer to the greased baking dish and brush top with remaining melted butter.
7. Step 7: Cover dough and let rise for 20 minutes until it has risen about an inch.
8. Step 8: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Whisk parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, marjoram, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create seasoning.
9. Step 9: Cut the dough into 12 equal sticks while still in the pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
10. Step 10: Remove breadsticks from oven, immediately brush with remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter, and sprinkle evenly with the seasoning mixture. Let cool a few minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For extra cheesy breadsticks, add shredded mozzarella on top before baking.
• Allow the dough to rise longer for fluffier breadsticks.
• Swap dried herbs for fresh if available, using about twice the amount.
• Serve with marinara sauce for dipping to enhance the pizza flavor.

Storage

Store leftover breadsticks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness. They can also be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough without a stand mixer?

Yes, you can mix and knead the dough by hand using a large bowl and a floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

What if my breadsticks are dense instead of soft?

Dense breadsticks usually mean not enough gluten development or insufficient rising time. Make sure to knead well and allow the dough to rise fully in a warm spot.