Description
These Best Garlic Cheese Fingers Ever feature a crispy golden crust topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, infused with garlic butter and Italian herbs. Perfect as a party appetizer or snack, they’re easy to prepare and served warm with marinara or donair sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough and Toppings
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For Serving
- Marinara or donair sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a pizza pan to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a 10- to 12-inch circle or rectangle, depending on your baking pan’s shape and size.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter with the minced garlic, mixing thoroughly to infuse the butter with garlic flavor.
- Brush Dough: Evenly brush the garlic butter mixture over the entire surface of the rolled-out dough to ensure a rich, garlicky base.
- Add Cheese and Herbs: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough. Then, add the grated Parmesan cheese followed by the dried oregano, dried parsley, and a pinch of salt to season.
- Bake: Place the prepared dough on your baking sheet or pizza pan in the oven. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and Slice: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly for a few minutes, then slice into strips or “fingers” for serving.
- Serve: Serve the garlic cheese fingers warm with marinara or donair sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes on top before baking or use garlic butter instead of plain melted butter.
- These garlic cheese fingers are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
