Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Golden, crispy edges and melty cheese make these better than takeout. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy zucchini breadsticks every time. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try this Roasted Tomato and Garlic Ricotta Pasta as a main and Pair with this Cheesy Chicken and Sausage Pasta for a comforting meal.

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.

• 2 medium zucchinis
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Optional: Fresh basil leaves
• Optional: Marinara sauce, for serving

How to Make Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

1. Prepare zucchini: Grate zucchini using a box grater. Place in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture. Set aside.
2. Make dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add grated zucchini and Parmesan cheese. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Add 1/4 cup water and mix until a soft dough forms. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed.
3. Shape breadsticks: Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 1/2-inch thick log. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough.
4. Add cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over breadsticks. Press gently to adhere.
5. Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake breadsticks for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Serve with fresh basil leaves and marinara sauce, if desired.

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 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare dough up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.

Freezing Crispy Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks – Better Than Takeout

Freeze baked breadsticks for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. This will make the breadsticks soggy, so it's not recommended.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the mozzarella cheese with shredded cheddar cheese.
• Make-ahead: Prepare dough up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your breadsticks are not crispy, try baking them on a preheated pizza stone or increasing the baking time by a few minutes.

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

Gluten-Free (optional)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Seasonings

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Toppings

• Fresh basil leaves
• Marinara sauce, for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare zucchini: Grate zucchini using a box grater. Place in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture. Set aside.
2. Make dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add grated zucchini and Parmesan cheese. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Add 1/4 cup water and mix until a soft dough forms. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed.
3. Shape breadsticks: Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 1/2-inch thick log. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough.
4. Add cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over breadsticks. Press gently to adhere.
5. Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake breadsticks for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Serve with fresh basil leaves and marinara sauce, if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the mozzarella cheese with shredded cheddar cheese.
• Make-ahead: Prepare dough up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your breadsticks are not crispy, try baking them on a preheated pizza stone or increasing the baking time by a few minutes.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze baked breadsticks for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. This will make the breadsticks soggy, so it's not recommended.
• Make ahead: Prepare dough up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 21g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 400mg
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sat. Fat: 4.5g

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!