Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones
These cheesy breadsticks shaped like bones are a fun and tasty treat for Halloween, featuring a crispy exterior and a gooey, savory interior.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound Pizza dough Opt for store-bought or homemade.
- sprinkle All-purpose flour Just a sprinkle for dusting.
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted) Rich and creamy; can also use olive oil.
- ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Substitute with Pecorino Romano if desired.
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Essential for melty and stretchy bites.
- to taste Marinara sauce Perfect for dipping; consider ranch or pesto as alternatives.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Dust a clean work surface lightly with all-purpose flour to prevent sticking.
- Roll out the pizza dough to about ½-inch thickness.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch wide strips.
- Shape each strip into a bone shape by tapering the ends.
- Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush each piece generously with melted butter.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella over the dough.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- While baking, warm your marinara sauce in a small saucepan.
- Remove the breadsticks from the oven and let cool slightly before serving with marinara sauce.
Notes
For added flavor, you can incorporate garlic powder or herbs into the melted butter. These breadsticks are great for parties and can be shaped into different forms.