Festive Candy Cane Breadsticks (Printable Version)
Twisted pizza dough shaped like candy canes with marinara and mozzarella stripes - a festive, crowd-pleasing holiday appetizer.
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
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½ cup marinara or pizza sauce
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or sliced fresh mozzarella
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½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Garnish
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Fresh thyme or basil (optional)
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it for extra crispness.
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Unroll the pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. Cut into strips about 1 inch wide. Gently twist each strip and curve one end to form a candy cane shape. Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing slightly apart.
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Spoon marinara sauce in a swirled stripe along each breadstick. Add mozzarella in between the sauce lines to create the classic red-and-white candy cane look.
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Brush the exposed dough edges with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano or Italian seasoning. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
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Let cool for 1–2 minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm with extra marinara for dipping.
# Notes:
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Perfect for Christmas parties, family gatherings, or holiday movie nights
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Comes together in under 30 minutes
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Bake directly on a greased sheet for a crispier bottom
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Add garlic powder under the cheese for extra flavor depth
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Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated, then baked just before serving