Copycat Pizza Hut Breadsticks
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4.3
Copycat Pizza Hut Breadsticks
Description
The Copycat Pizza Hut Breadsticks begin with a yeast dough enriched by dry milk powder, olive oil, and butter for tenderness and flavor. After mixing and kneading, the dough is divided and rolled out into rectangles, brushed generously with melted butter, then left to rise until nearly doubled in a warm place. This creates a soft and airy texture characteristic of the breadsticks.
The toppings include Parmesan cheese and a blend of onion powder, oregano, garlic powder, basil, and salt, which add aromatic and savory notes baked into the crust. Baking until golden ensures a light crust with a soft center. The accompanying dipping sauce is a simple combination of tomato sauce, sugar, and dried Italian herbs, fine-tuned with salt and garlic powder to provide a bright and herbal complement.
These breadsticks serve as an appetizer or side dish, ideal for dipping or serving alongside pizza or pasta meals. They capture the iconic flavor and texture people expect from Pizza Hut, allowing home cooks to replicate the experience without dining out.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- ¼ cup dry milk powder non-fat
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2¼ teaspoons yeast instant rapid-rise
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1⅓ cups water warm
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups bread flour
For the Dipping Sauce:
- 15 ounce tomato sauce canned
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- ½ teaspoon marjoram dried
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Breadstick Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon oregano dried
- 1¾ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1½ teaspoons basil dried
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons butter unsalted, divided, melted
Instructions
- Make the Dough: Place the dry milk powder, sugar, yeast and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook. Add the water and stir to mix well. Allow to sit until the mixture starts to bubble, about 2 to 5 minutes. Add the olive oil and stir again.
- On low speed, gradually add the flour until a dough begins to form. Increase the speed to medium-low and knead until a soft, slightly tacky dough forms and it clears the sides of the bowl, about 5 minutes. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide in two.
- Coat the bottoms of two 9x13-inch pans with 4 tablespoons each of the melted butter. Roll each piece of dough into a 9x13-inch rectangle and fit in the bottom of each pan. Brush the tops of the dough with 1 tablespoon melted butter each. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in a warm, draft-free area until puffed and nearly doubled in size, about 90 minutes.
- Make the Dipping Sauce: While the dough is rising, prepare the dipping sauce. In a small saucepan, stir together the tomato sauce, sugar, oregano, basil, marjoram, garlic powder and salt. Place over medium heat until the sauce begins to boil, then reduce to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
- Bake the Breadsticks: Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F.
- Once the dough has risen, remove the plastic wrap and score each pan of dough into 10 equal breadsticks (I used a pizza cutter). Bake until golden brown and the edges begin to look crisp, 10 to 15 minutes.
- For the Breadstick Seasoning: While the breadsticks are in the oven, prepare the breadstick seasoning. In a small bowl, stir together the Parmesan cheese, onion powder, oregano, garlic powder, basil and salt.
- As soon as the breadsticks come out of the oven, brush each pan with the remaining 1 tablespoon each melted butter, then immediately sprinkle with the breadstick seasoning. Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes in the pan, then use a spatula to slide the breadsticks out onto a cutting board. Slice the breadsticks with a pizza cutter or knife and serve warm or at room temperature with the dipping sauce.
Notes
- The dough can be kneaded by hand until smooth and slightly tacky for those without a stand mixer.
- Butter coating in the baking pans is essential for a rich bottom crust and easy removal.
- Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free spot to achieve proper puffing and soft texture.
- Nutritional values provided reflect one serving portion of the breadsticks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20breadsticks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 186 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 186kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 276mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 345IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.3
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