Description
Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones are a fun and festive snack perfect for any spooky celebration. These homemade breadsticks feature a crispy, golden crust topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Shaped like eerie bones, they’re delicious served warm with marinara sauce for dipping, making them an eye-catching appetizer or party treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Butter
- All-purpose flour, for dusting work surface
- 1 pound homemade or store-bought pizza dough
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheeses
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Serving
- Homemade or store-bought marinara sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or Silpats to prevent sticking and lightly flour your work surface to make dough handling easier.
- Shape the Breadsticks: Divide the pizza dough into 10 equal balls. Roll each ball into an 8-inch rope, making the ends slightly thicker than the middle to mimic bone shapes. Place five breadsticks on each baking sheet, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow even cooking.
- Create Bone Ends: Using scissors, cut 1-inch slits at both ends of each breadstick. Gently stretch the cut pieces apart to create the distinct ‘bone’ shape at the ends, enhancing the spooky appearance.
- Apply Butter and Parmesan: Brush each breadstick evenly with melted unsalted butter, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese generously over the top to add flavor and crispness.
- Bake the Breadsticks: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes until the breadsticks start to turn golden and the Parmesan melts slightly.
- Add Mozzarella and Finish Baking: Remove the breadsticks from the oven and immediately top each with shredded mozzarella cheese. Return them to the oven for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the mozzarella is fully melted and bubbly.
- Serve Warm: Remove the breadstick bones from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping, perfect for a festive Halloween snack.
Notes
- Add a spooky snack to your Fright Night bash with these quick and easy Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones.
- You can use store-bought dough for convenience or make your own for extra flavor.
- For extra crispiness, brush the breadsticks with garlic butter instead of plain butter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 187 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 475 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 19 mg
