Breadstick Snakes

Why make this recipe

Breadstick Snakes are fun and creative snacks perfect for parties, Halloween, or family gatherings. They are easy to make and can be a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. With simple ingredients and a playful shape, they can excite both kids and adults alike.

How to make Breadstick Snakes

Ingredients

• 13.8 ounces refrigerated pizza dough
• 3 black olives (for eyes)
• Piece of red bell pepper (for tongues)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)
• 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350° F.
2. Cut the olives into small pieces to use as eyes. Slice the red bell pepper into forked shapes for tongues.
3. Unroll the pizza dough onto a clean surface and cut it into 12 strips.
4. Roll each strip into a 12-inch rope, tapering one end to create a tail and flattening the other end for the head.
5. Wrap each rope around wooden chopsticks or metal straws in a spiral shape.
6. Brush each snake with olive oil and sprinkle with poppy and sesame seeds.
7. Place the chopped olive pieces on the heads for eyes.
8. Bake the breadsticks on parchment-lined sheets for 11 to 15 minutes, until they are golden brown.
9. Let them cool slightly before removing the chopsticks.
10. Insert the red pepper pieces into the flat ends to create forked tongues.

How to serve Breadstick Snakes

Serve Breadstick Snakes warm on a platter. They can be a fun appetizer or snack at any event. You can pair them with a dipping sauce like marinara or garlic butter for an extra treat. Kids will love the playful shapes, making them perfect for parties.

How to store Breadstick Snakes

If you have leftovers, let the Breadstick Snakes cool completely. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them. To reheat, just pop them in the oven or microwave until warm.

Tips to make Breadstick Snakes

• Ensure that the dough is not too sticky when rolling; you can dust your surface with a little flour if needed.
• Use different toppings like grated cheese or herbs to add flavor.
• Get creative with the shapes; let your imagination run wild!

Variation

You can make variations with different types of dough, such as bread dough or whole wheat dough. Adding spices or cheese to the dough before baking can give additional flavors.

FAQs

1. Can I use homemade pizza dough?
Yes, homemade pizza dough works great for this recipe. Just make sure it’s rolled out thinly enough.

2. Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the snakes, but it’s best to bake them just before serving for the best texture.

3. What if I don’t have black olives?
You can use any other type of olive or even small pieces of cheese to create the eyes on your snakes.

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