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Parmesan Breadsticks

Name: Parmesan Breadsticks (Air Fryer)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 8 breadsticks
Ingredients: 1 can refrigerated breadstick dough (or pizza dough, cut into 8 strips); 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning; pinch salt; [For dipping] Warm marinara sauce

Yield

Prep

Total

8 breadsticks

10m

17m

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Refrigerated breadstick dough becomes golden brown in the air fryer. A generous brush of melted butter and parmesan ensures a savory, crisp exterior. We've included the full ingredients list, step-by-step directions, and total cooking time.

Ingredients

1 can refrigerated breadstick dough (or pizza dough, cut into 8 strips)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons grated parmesan
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
pinch salt

For dipping:

Warm marinara sauce

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Steps

01Separate the dough into 8 strips. If using pizza dough, roll it into a rectangle and cut into 8 even strips.
02Twist each strip 3 to 4 times and press the ends down to seal (or they'll untwist during cooking).
03Mix the melted butter, parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
04Brush each twisted breadstick with the butter mixture.
05Ready for the air fryer. Cook in batches of 4.
06Brush with more butter mixture as soon as they come out.

Press the ends down firmly onto the basket or parchment. The air fryer's fan will untwist loose breadsticks and you'll end up with flat strips. Sealing the ends keeps the twist intact. A double brush of butter (before and after) is what gives these that restaurant breadstick shine.

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How to Air Fry It

Temp

Cook

Prep

Flip?

350°F

10m

01Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
02Unroll a tube of refrigerated store-bought breadstick dough and separate the pieces.
03Place the breadsticks into the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving room for them to puff up.
04Lightly spray or brush the dough with oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
05Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.