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Garlic Cheese Fingers

Garlic Cheese Fingers are an indulgent snack or appetizer loaded with melted cheeses and savory garlic, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup warm water Should feel warm to the touch, not too hot.
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Let this mixture sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  2. Add in the flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead the mixture until the dough is smooth and elastic, which should take about 8–10 minutes.
  3. Cover the dough and place it in a warm area to rise until it doubles in size, approximately 1 hour.
Baking
  1. While the dough rises, melt the butter and mix it with the minced garlic, garlic salt, black pepper, and oregano.
  2. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). Roll the risen dough into a rectangle that’s about 1/2 inch thick and transfer it to a greased baking sheet.
  3. Brush the garlic butter generously over the dough, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan evenly on top.
  4. Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Let it cool briefly, slice it into fingers, and serve!

Notes

Best served warm. Great for dipping in marinara or garlic aioli. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for a week. Reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.