Dessert

Pizza Hut Cheese Sticks Copycat Recipe

ByMaya bella July 8, 2026July 8, 2026

Introduction

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Pizza Hut’s famous cheese sticks right at home with this easy copycat recipe. Soft, buttery dough topped with gooey mozzarella and savory seasonings makes for a perfect snack or appetizer. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping and watch them disappear fast.

The dish shows three thick rectangular breadsticks stacked on a white square plate, each breadstick topped with melted, golden-brown cheese that has a bubbly texture. Small bits of green herbs are sprinkled over the cheese, adding a fresh color contrast. The breadsticks have a slightly crisp and browned edge, with a soft, fluffy inside visible where one breadstick overlaps another. On the table near the plate is a glass jar of red marinara sauce with a rich, smooth texture, and blurred items in the background include a white ramekin with shredded cheese and a glass of pale yellow lemon water, all set against a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tsp active dry yeast
2 tbsp unsalted butter (thinly sliced)
1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp water (warmed to 110°F)
1 egg yolk
1 3/4 cups + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
8 oz low-moisture mozzarella cheese (shredded)
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated)
1/4 tsp garlic salt
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/2 cup marinara sauce (warmed, for serving)

Instructions

Step 1: Place the active dry yeast in a small bowl and set aside.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, add the thinly sliced butter, granulated sugar, and kosher salt.
Step 3: Warm the water to 110°F using a microwave or small saucepan, then pour half of it over the yeast. Stir gently.
Step 4: Let the yeast mixture stand for 5 minutes until the surface is foamy.
Step 5: Pour the remaining warm water over the sliced butter, sugar, and salt mixture, then let it stand while the yeast activates.
Step 6: Whisk the butter mixture until mostly combined; a few small pieces of butter remaining are fine.
Step 7: Add the egg yolk and the activated yeast mixture to the large bowl and whisk until combined.
Step 8: Stir in the all-purpose flour just until no dry patches remain. Avoid overmixing the soft dough.
Step 9: Brush 2 tablespoons of the melted butter over the bottom and sides of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 10: Press the dough evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish, reaching all four corners.
Step 11: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
Step 12: Preheat the oven to 350°F while the dough rests.
Step 13: Remove the plastic wrap and brush the remaining melted butter evenly over the rested dough.
Step 14: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the dough, then add Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and dried oregano on top.
Step 15: Bake for 28 to 31 minutes until the edges are dark golden brown and the cheese is bubbling with browned spots.
Step 16: Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
Step 17: Lift the baked cheese bread from the dish, cut into 8 sticks, and serve warm with marinara sauce.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, sprinkle some red pepper flakes or Italian seasoning on top before baking.
Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture but reduce the amount slightly as it contains more moisture.
Try serving with different dipping sauces like ranch, garlic butter, or pesto for variety.

Storage

Store leftover cheese sticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes or until warmed through for best results to keep the crust crisp.

How to Serve

The image shows four golden-brown cheesy breadsticks stacked neatly in a white rectangular dish. Each breadstick has a crispy and bubbly top layer of melted cheese with brown spots, sprinkled lightly with green herbs. The bread beneath looks soft and slightly textured, visible on the side of the top breadstick. To the left of the dish is a glass jar filled with a bright red marinara sauce. The background features small white bowls, a lemon beverage, and a white marbled surface under everything. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it overnight. Let it come to room temperature and rise before baking as directed.

What if I don’t have garlic salt?

You can substitute with a pinch of garlic powder and a little extra salt to taste. Fresh minced garlic can also be mixed into the butter before brushing on the dough.