Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – The best homemade zucchini breadsticks recipe with a golden, crispy crust. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting them perfectly crispy every time. The warm, gooey cheese and crispy exterior will make your whole house smell cozy and inviting. Try serving them with my Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe or Creamy Baked Potato Soup. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe and Creamy Baked Potato Soup.

What You'll Need for Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• Zucchini
• Pizza Dough
• Mozzarella Cheese
• Parmesan Cheese
• Garlic
• Italian Seasoning
• Salt
• Pepper
• Olive Oil
• Optional: Red Pepper Flakes
• Optional: Fresh Basil

How to Make Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
2. Step 2: Cut the zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds. In a bowl, toss the zucchini with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Step 3: Spread the zucchini evenly over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
4. Step 4: Using a pizza cutter, cut the dough into 1-inch strips. Transfer the breadsticks to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Step 5: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the breadsticks ahead of time, but don't bake until ready to serve.

Freezing Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

Freezing is not recommended for this recipe.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheating in the microwave will make the breadsticks soggy.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the zucchini before baking.
• Best substitution: If you don't have Italian seasoning, you can use a mix of dried oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead instructions.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the breadsticks aren't crispy, try baking them at a higher temperature or for a longer time.

Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 minutes

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Cook

20 minutes

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Total

35 minutes

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• Zucchini
• Pizza Dough
• Mozzarella Cheese
• Parmesan Cheese
• Garlic

Seasonings

• Italian Seasoning
• Salt
• Pepper
• Olive Oil

Optional Toppings

• Red Pepper Flakes
• Fresh Basil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
2. Step 2: Cut the zucchini into 1/4-inch rounds. In a bowl, toss the zucchini with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Step 3: Spread the zucchini evenly over the rolled-out dough. Sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
4. Step 4: Using a pizza cutter, cut the dough into 1-inch strips. Transfer the breadsticks to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Step 5: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the zucchini before baking.
• Best substitution: If you don't have Italian seasoning, you can use a mix of dried oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead instructions.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the breadsticks aren't crispy, try baking them at a higher temperature or for a longer time.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this recipe.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheating in the microwave will make the breadsticks soggy.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the breadsticks ahead of time, but don't bake until ready to serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 9g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 26g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sat. Fat: 5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!