Copycat Pizza Hut Breadsticks

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Soft & Chewy: Just like the original, these breadsticks are perfectly fluffy on the inside with a lightly crisp edge.

• Flavorful Topping: The herbed butter and Parmesan topping make them irresistibly savory.

• Perfect Side Dish: Great with marinara, soups, pastas, or just as a standalone snack.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

For the Dough:

• Bread flour

• Yeast

• Salt

• Granulated sugar

• Unsalted butter

• Warm water

• Warm milk

For the Herbed Butter Topping:

• Unsalted butter

• Dried onion

• Dried oregano

• Garlic powder

• Dried basil

• Salt

• Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Make the Dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine bread flour, yeast, salt, sugar, melted butter, warm water, and warm milk. Mix with a dough hook on low, then increase speed until the dough is smooth and elastic.

2. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

3. Shape the Breadsticks: Roll the dough into an 18×13-inch rectangle. Place on a baking sheet, and slice into 20 sticks using a pizza cutter.

4. Second Rise: Cover and let the dough rise for another 30-60 minutes.

5. Prepare the Topping: Mix the butter with dried onion, oregano, garlic powder, basil, and salt.

6. Bake: Preheat the oven to 470°F (240°C). Brush dough with plain melted butter and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.

7. Finish & Serve: Brush with the herbed butter and sprinkle with Parmesan. Slice completely and serve warm with marinara or dipping oil.

Servings and Timing

• Servings: 20 breadsticks

• Total Time: Approx. 2 hours (including rising and baking)

Variations

• Cheese-Stuffed: Roll cheese into the center before shaping.

• Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of chili flakes to the herb butter.

Storage/Reheating

• To Store: Wrap in foil or keep in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 4–5 days.

• To Freeze: Freeze baked breadsticks for up to 3 months. Reheat at 350°F for 5–7 minutes.

Conclusion

These Copycat Pizza Hut Breadsticks deliver all the buttery, herby, cheesy goodness you love from the original—homemade and even better. They’re easy to prep and bake, making them a perfect side dish for pastas, soups, or just to enjoy on their own!

Copycat Pizza Hut Breadsticks

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• Author: Amy
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours (including rising)
• Yield: 20 breadsticks
• Category: Bread, Appetizer, Side Dish
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American, Italian-American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

These Copycat Pizza Hut Breadsticks are soft, buttery, and topped with an irresistible herb and Parmesan blend. Perfectly chewy and golden, they’re the ultimate homemade snack or side dish—just like the ones you crave from the restaurant, only better!

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Ingredients

For the Dough:

Bread flour

2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

1½ tsp salt

2 tbsp granulated sugar

2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

¾ cup warm water (about 110°F)

¼ cup warm milk

For the Herbed Butter Topping:

3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

½ tsp dried onion flakes

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp dried basil

½ tsp salt

2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1. Make the Dough:
   In a stand mixer, combine bread flour, yeast, salt, sugar, melted butter, warm water, and milk. Mix with dough hook on low for 1-2 minutes, then increase to medium until dough becomes smooth and elastic (about 5–7 minutes).

2. First Rise:
   Transfer dough to a greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about 1 hour).

3. Shape the Breadsticks:
   Roll dough into an 18×13-inch rectangle and place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Use a pizza cutter to slice into 20 strips (don’t separate them yet).

4. Second Rise:
   Cover again and let rise for 30–60 minutes until puffy.

5. Prepare the Topping:
   Mix melted butter with onion flakes, oregano, garlic powder, basil, and salt in a small bowl.

6. Bake:
   Preheat oven to 470°F (240°C). Brush dough with plain melted butter. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown.

7. Finish:
   Brush hot breadsticks with the herbed butter and sprinkle with grated Parmesan. Slice fully and serve warm with marinara sauce or garlic butter.

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Notes

Use a pizza stone for an extra crisp base.

Double the herbed butter if you like them extra buttery.

Great served with warm marinara or ranch dip.