Pepperoni Pizza Breadsticks Recipe
Our Signature Garlic Breadsticks topped with Mozzarella Cheese & Pepperoni. Served with Marinara for dipping.
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Ingredients
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Breadstick Dough
Toppings
Dipping Sauce
Method
Making the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preparing the Breadsticks
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
- 7
Cut into Strips
Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide.
- 8
Add Garlic Powder and Herbs
Sprinkle garlic powder and dried Italian herbs evenly over the strips.
- 9
Top with Cheese and Pepperoni
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the strips and arrange pepperoni slices on top.
- 10
Bake the Breadsticks
Transfer the breadsticks to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serving
- 11
Serve with Marinara
Remove the breadsticks from the oven, let them cool slightly, and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
