Description
Deliciously savory Spinach Artichoke Breadsticks combine the creamy, cheesy goodness of spinach artichoke dip with the satisfying texture of twisted breadsticks. Perfect as a flavorful appetizer or snack for game day or gatherings, these golden-baked twists are brushed with a garlic herb butter for an irresistible finish.
Ingredients
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Spinach Artichoke Filling
- 10 oz. frozen chopped spinach (thawed)
- ½ Tbsp olive oil
- ⅓ cup diced white onions
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz. cream cheese (room temperature)
- ½ cup canned artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp paprika
Dough and Topping
- 14 oz. pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Spinach: Cook the spinach according to package instructions, then press it in a colander to remove excess liquid. For best results, use paper towels to soak up as much moisture as possible. Set aside.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened, stirring frequently. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: Stir in lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, chopped artichokes, kosher salt, paprika, and the drained spinach. Mix well and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook the mixture until it starts to simmer, about 5 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to get ready for baking.
- Shape Dough: Lightly flour a cutting board and roll the pizza dough out into an 8 by 10 inch rectangle.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the spinach artichoke mixture over the dough rectangle.
- Cut Breadsticks: Slice the dough lengthwise into two 8 by 5 inch pieces. Then cut each piece widthwise into eight 1-inch wide strips, resulting in 16 strips total.
- Twist Breadsticks: Pick up each strip and twist it 2-3 times to form twisted breadsticks. Place them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for 16 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- Brush with Butter: While baking, whisk together melted butter, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. Once baked, remove breadsticks from the oven and brush the butter mixture over the top. Serve warm.
Notes
- For best results, make sure to remove as much moisture as possible from the spinach to avoid soggy breadsticks.
- The artichoke hearts used are approximately half of a standard 14-ounce can, drained and chopped.
- You can substitute store-bought pizza dough with homemade dough for a fresher taste.
- These breadsticks make an excellent appetizer or snack for game day or parties.
- If you prefer, sprinkle extra Parmesan or mozzarella cheese on top before baking for a cheesier crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 149 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 515 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 19 mg
