Description

Buttery, cheesy, and shaped like bones, these Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones are the perfect balance of creepy and cute. Made with refrigerated pizza dough, brushed with garlicky butter, and finished with melty cheese, they’re party-ready in under 30 minutes and pair perfectly with marinara or ranch.

Ingredients

Scale

1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese
Optional: Marinara or ranch for dipping

Instructions

Preheat & prep: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Portion dough: Unroll pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Slice lengthwise into 8 equal strips.
Shape bones: On each strip, cut a 1-inch slit at both ends. Roll the two end tabs inward in opposite directions to create rounded “bone” ends.
Season & bake: Transfer to the sheet. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder. Bake 12–15 minutes, until puffed and lightly golden.
Add cheese: Remove briefly, sprinkle each breadstick with cheese, and return to the oven 2–3 minutes, just until melted.
Serve: Enjoy warm with marinara, ranch, or your favorite spooky dip.

Notes

Best texture: Bake until golden (not dark). For extra shine, brush with a little garlic butter after baking.
Flavor twists: Add Italian seasoning or rosemary; swap mozzarella for Parmesan for a crispier top; sprinkle chili flakes for heat.
Kid fun: Let little hands help roll the “bone” ends—or use Halloween cookie cutters for bats and mummies.
Make ahead: Shape bones and refrigerate on a tray; bake just before serving.
Storage: Cool completely. Store airtight up to 2 days at room temp or 4 days in the fridge. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes. Freeze up to 1 month; reheat from frozen.
Common pitfalls: Don’t overstuff with cheese; pat fresh mozzarella dry; don’t skip parchment to prevent sticking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Snack, Holiday
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 breadstick bone
Calories: 180
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 340mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 20mg

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