Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones Recipe
Enjoy these fun and festive Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones, perfect for a spooky snack or party appetizer. Soft pizza dough is shaped like bones, topped with melted butter and Parmesan, baked to golden perfection, and finished off with gooey mozzarella cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 lb pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- All-purpose flour for dusting
Toppings
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Serving
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Optional
- Gluten-free dough
- Dairy-free cheese alternatives
- Garlic butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly dust them with all-purpose flour to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough: Divide the pizza dough into equal portions. Roll each piece into an 8-inch rope, ensuring the ends are slightly thicker to mimic bone ends.
- Shape Bones: Using kitchen scissors, make a 1-inch snip at each end of the rope. Gently pull the tips apart to create a bone shape.
- Assemble on Sheets: Place the shaped dough bones on the prepared baking sheets. Brush each with the melted unsalted butter and sprinkle evenly with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake First Stage: Bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until they turn lightly golden.
- Add Mozzarella: Remove from oven and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over each breadstick bone.
- Bake Second Stage: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 7 minutes until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Serve the cheesy breadstick bones warm, accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free dough and adjust baking times as needed.
- Substitute dairy-free cheese alternatives if you prefer lactose-free or vegan versions.
- Brush the breadsticks with garlic butter instead of plain butter for added flavor.
- Make sure to dust the baking sheets well with flour to prevent sticking.
- Baking times might vary slightly depending on oven variation; watch for golden edges and bubbly cheese.
