Here is a detailed, step-by-step recipe for Baked Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks that are soft inside, crispy outside, and loaded with garlic butter and melted cheese.

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Baked Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

Ingredients

For the dough

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 cup warm water (110–115°F / 43–46°C)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the garlic butter

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For topping

• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: red pepper flakes

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Step-by-Step Directions

Step 1: Prepare the dough

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast.
2. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
3. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
4. Add yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour.
5. Stir until a dough forms.
6. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 2: First rise

1. Lightly oil a large bowl.
2. Place dough in the bowl and cover with a clean towel.
3. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 3: Shape the breadsticks

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Punch down the dough and roll it into a rectangle (about 12×9 inches).
3. Place dough on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Use a knife or pizza cutter to score into breadstick shapes (about 1-inch wide strips).
5. Optionally, twist each strip slightly for a more breadstick look.

Step 4: Bake the breadsticks

1. Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
2. Remove from oven.

Step 5: Add garlic butter and cheese

1. Mix melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt.
2. Brush the warm breadsticks generously with garlic butter.
3. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly on top.

Step 6: Final bake

1. Return to the oven for 3–5 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
2. If desired, broil for 1 minute for a golden top (watch carefully to avoid burning).

Step 7: Serve

1. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
2. Cut along the scored lines.
3. Serve warm with marinara sauce or ranch dressing.

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Tips for Best Results

• For extra crispiness, bake a few minutes longer before adding cheese.
• If the garlic is too strong, reduce to 2 cloves.
• For a buttery garlic flavor, add more garlic butter after baking.
• Add Italian seasoning or oregano for extra flavor.

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If you want, I can also provide:

• A quick no-yeast version
• A cheesy garlic breadsticks using pizza dough
• A low-carb version
• A garlic parmesan pull-apart bread version

Just tell me which one you prefer.