Spicy Cheese Lover’s Breadsticks: The Ultimate Sidekick for Tonight’s Comfort Meal
There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked Spicy Cheese Breadsticks wafting through the house, is there?
Especially when that bread is loaded with layers of gooey, melty pepper jack cheese and a hint of spice. These Spicy Cheese Lover’s Breadsticks are the kind of treat that make any dinner feel extra special, and tonight, they’re taking center stage alongside a hearty pot of slow-cooked lentils.
Ingredients You Will Need:
- pepper jack cheese, shredded
- cream cheese
- all purpose flour
- dry yeast
- granulated sugar
- warm water
- salt
- melted coconut oil
- dried or fresh chopped parsley
- cayenne pepper
- minced garlic
For the butter topping:
- 2 tbsp butter
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp minced garlic
Spicy Cheese Breadsticks Recipe: The Ultimate Cheesy Delight
This recipe came together because I was craving something that combined a little kick. A lot of melty cheese.
Plus the homemade touch that only fresh-baked bread can deliver. These breadsticks bring all that and more. With their double layers of cheesy goodness and a buttery garlic topping. That’ll have you going back for seconds.
While these breadsticks are pretty amazing on their own, they’re absolutely magical when paired with something hearty like my slow-cooked lentil stew. This pot of comfort is brimming with earthy fenugreek, zesty chives, and a smoky poblano pepper kick.
The breadsticks are just the thing for scooping up every last bite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Double the gooey cheese for double the cheesy fun. Cream cheese and pepper jack make the perfect team.
A touch of heat: Just enough cayenne to keep things interesting. A buttery, garlicky finish: Because no breadstick is complete without it. Whether you’re serving these up for a family dinner or bringing them to a potluck, they’re guaranteed to impress.
And the best part? They’re easier to make than you’d think, with just a little proofing time and a few pantry staples lying around.
Spicy Cheese Breadsticks
Equipment
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 large baking sheet or pan
Ingredients
- 1 lb pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 package instant dry yeast
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
For the butter topping:
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 stick melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:In a large mixing bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.Add flour, salt, melted coconut oil, parsley, cayenne pepper, and minced garlic. Mix until a dough forms.Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.Place the dough back in the bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it proof for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Assemble the Loaf:Preheat your oven to 370°F.Once proofed, punch down the dough and divide it into two equal halves.Roll out each half on a floured surface and knead briefly to remove air bubbles.Place the first rolled-out half into a greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly to cover the bottom.Slightly melt the cream cheese until it’s pourable, then drizzle it all over the dough in the pan.Evenly sprinkle the shredded pepper jack cheese on top.Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the cheese layer, pinching the edges tightly to seal.
- Bake the Breadsticks:Place the loaf in the oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Prepare the Butter Topping:While the bread is baking, melt the butter in a small bowl.Stir in a pinch of cayenne pepper and the minced garlic.
- Finish and Serve:When the breadsticks come out of the oven, immediately brush the buttery garlic mixture all over the top.Let cool slightly before slicing into breadsticks and serving.
