Witch Finger Breadsticks and Pizza Dough
A fun and spooky take on classic garlic breadsticks that are perfect for Halloween or any festive occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Pizza Dough (store-bought or homemade)
- Slivered Almonds
- Unsalted Butter
- Garlic (minced)
- Fresh Parsley (chopped)
- All-Purpose Flour (if making homemade pizza dough)
- Active Dry Yeast
- Warm Water
- Salt
- Olive Oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Pizza Dough by mixing warm water with yeast and letting it sit until foamy. Combine flour and salt, make a well, add yeast mixture and olive oil, then knead until smooth.
- Shape the Breadsticks by dividing the dough into equal pieces, rolling them into finger shapes, and pressing slivered almonds onto the tips.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter by melting butter, adding minced garlic, and cooking until fragrant.
- Bake the Breadsticks at 375°F (190°C) on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brushing them with garlic butter until golden brown.
- Add final touches with an extra brush of garlic butter and a sprinkle of sea salt.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add red chili flakes to the garlic butter, and for a cheesy treat, sprinkle mozzarella or parmesan on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Halloween, spooky snacks, breadsticks, pizza dough, festive cooking