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Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Copycat

Recreate the warm, cheesy, crispy goodness of Pizza Hut cheese sticks right at home with this easy copycat recipe. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy movie night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Cheese Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Serving
  • to taste Pizza sauce for dipping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder. Whisk until well incorporated.
  3. Slowly add water and olive oil to the dry mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
  4. Fold in the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Add garlic powder.
  5. Lightly flour your countertop and knead the dough gently for about 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  6. Roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into strips, approximately 1 inch wide and 4 inches long.
  7. Place the cheese sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring space between each stick.
  8. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Serving
  1. Remove the cheese sticks from the oven and serve hot with pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

For Halal-friendly options, consider using Halal-certified cheese. Keep an eye on cheese sticks during baking to avoid overcooking. Don’t skip kneading the dough for a perfect chewy texture and avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet.