Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones

These Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones are a spooktacularly delicious and fun appetizer, perfect for any Halloween party. They look just like creepy bones but taste like warm, cheesy, garlicky breadsticks. Using refrigerated pizza dough and string cheese, this recipe is incredibly simple to make but delivers a huge visual impact on your festive food spread.

Each “bone” is stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese, brushed with savory garlic butter, and baked to a perfect golden brown. They are the ultimate dippable treat, especially when served with a side of “bloody” marinara sauce. Get ready for these to disappear faster than a ghost in the night!

this recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Festive & Spooky: The fun bone shape makes them a perfect centerpiece for a Halloween party.
• Incredibly Easy: Uses pre-made pizza dough and string cheese for a quick and simple process.
• Cheesy & Delicious: A crowd-pleasing combination of soft bread, gooey cheese, and garlic butter.
• Fun to Make: A great recipe to get kids involved in the Halloween kitchen fun.

Ingredients

• 1 (13.8 oz) can Refrigerated Pizza Dough
• 6 sticks Mozzarella String Cheese
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
• For Serving: Marinara sauce for dipping

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Dough: Unroll the pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. Use a rolling pin to gently roll it into a large rectangle, about 12×8 inches.
3. Cut the Dough: Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the dough into 12 equal strips.
4. Assemble the Bones: Cut each of the 6 mozzarella string cheese sticks in half. Take one strip of dough and wrap it around one half of a string cheese stick, pinching the seams to seal it completely.
5. Shape the Bones: Place the wrapped cheese stick on the prepared baking sheet. Use scissors or a small knife to cut a 1-inch slit into each end. Gently pull apart and shape the cut ends to resemble the knobs of a bone. Repeat with the remaining dough strips and cheese sticks, placing them about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
6. Add Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, garlic powder, and salt. Brush this mixture evenly over the top of each breadstick bone. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Bake: Bake for 10-14 minutes, or until the breadsticks are puffed and golden brown.
8. Serve: Let them cool for a few minutes before serving warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• Pro Tip: Make sure to pinch the dough seams very tightly to prevent the cheese from oozing out while baking.
• Add Herbs: Mix 1 teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning into the garlic butter for extra flavor.
• Everything Bones: Sprinkle the buttered breadsticks with everything bagel seasoning before baking for a savory twist.
• Pepperoni Bones: Place a few mini pepperonis on the cheese stick before wrapping it with the dough.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Can I make these ahead of time?
  • They are best served warm and fresh from the oven. However, you can assemble them (before the butter and baking) a few hours ahead, cover them, and store them in the refrigerator.
• Can I use homemade pizza dough?
  • Absolutely. Let your homemade dough go through its first rise, then roll it out and proceed with the recipe as directed.
• How do I store leftovers?
  • Store any leftover breadstick bones in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes to restore their crispness.

Serving Suggestions

• The best way to serve these is hot on a platter next to a small bowl of warm marinara sauce, which looks like a spooky bowl of blood for dipping!

Abby

Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones

These Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones are the perfect spooky snack for your Fright Night bash! Made with pizza dough, buttery Parmesan, gooey mozzarella, and served with marinara dipping sauce, they’re fun, festive, and kid-friendly.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 22 minutes mins

Total Time 32 minutes mins

Servings: 10 breadsticks

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 187

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• All-purpose flour, for dusting work surface
• 1 pound homemade or store-bought pizza dough
• 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Homemade or store-bought marinara sauce, for serving

Equipment

• Baking sheets
• Parchment paper or Silpats
• Kitchen scissors
• Pastry brush

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or Silpats. Lightly flour your work surface.
2. Divide the dough into 10 equal balls. Roll each ball into an 8-inch rope, slightly larger at the ends.
3. Arrange five breadsticks per sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Snip a 1-inch slit on each end with scissors and stretch slightly to form bone shapes.
4. Brush breadsticks with melted butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
5. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove, sprinkle with mozzarella, and return to oven for 5–7 minutes until cheese is melted.
6. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Pizza dough rolls best at room temperature, so let it sit out before shaping. Use kitchen scissors to snip the ends into bone shapes—it’s easier than using a knife. While marinara is a classic dip, try serving with beer cheese dip or cowboy butter for a tasty twist.