Description
Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones are the perfect blend of spooky fun and savory flavor, making them a must-have for your Halloween festivities. These playful, bone-shaped breadsticks are easy to make with just a few ingredients, including pizza dough and gooey mozzarella cheese. With their cheesy goodness and delightful presentation, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Serve them warm alongside marinara sauce for dipping, and watch as both kids and adults enjoy this festive treat. Whether for Halloween parties or a fun family snack night, these Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones will add a whimsical touch to your celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
- All-purpose flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Let the pizza dough sit at room temperature for 10 minutes and dust your work surface with flour.
- Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces and roll each into an 8-inch rope, shaping both ends thicker to resemble bones.
- Snip each end about 1 inch deep, gently pulling apart to enhance the bone shape.
- Place on lined baking sheets, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until golden brown; then add mozzarella on top and bake for another 5-7 minutes until melted.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm with marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder or Italian herbs before baking. You can experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack for a unique twist.