Copycat Bosco Sticks

Bosco Sticks are an incredibly delicious and easy way to put a twist on a classic snack. They will take you back to your days in the school cafeteria when the food actually tasted good! Cheese lovers will rejoice at the combination of mozzarella cheese, butter, parmesan cheese and pizza dough that creates Bosco Sticks’ unique flavor. You can’t get this delicious flavor from the frozen food section (at least, not like you used to!)

Fingers holding a broken open Bosco stick with mozzarella string cheese hanging between the two pieces.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

When were the Bosco Sticks invented?

Since its invention by Sylvester G. Powel in 1929, Bosco Sticks have remained a beloved favorite among food lovers of all kinds. They were a common school cafeteria snack and became even more popular in the late 1980’s.

What is on top of Bosco Sticks?

I kept these classic like they used to be made, with just butter and grated parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. But, you can definitely add more seasonings like oregano, garlic powder, Italian seasonings or even some red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.

Why is cheese oozing out?

Don’t worry it can be normal for just a little bit of cheese to try to ooze out. Just be sure that you seal the edges very well.

Can I use homemade pizza dough?

Certainly! It doesn’t matter if you buy the pizza dough or make your own, just be sure it’s a pound of dough.

Can I add anything to the filling?

Yes! This recipe is a great base recipe and perfect just the way it is. But, if you want to change it up a bit, try some of these ideas: pepperoni, cooked crumbled Italian sausage, or any of your favorite chopped veggies inside that you may add to a pizza. They’d all go great, just don’t overstuff the sticks.

How to store leftovers?

Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and kept in the refrigerator for up to a week. Keep leftovers longer by freezing them for up to a month.

How to reheat leftovers?

It’s super simple! Reheat leftovers by using the microwave or placing them into the oven until they’re warmed all the way through.

A few Bosco sticks with a broken open one resting on top on a wooden board with a small bowl of marinara sauce in the background.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)

Pizza dough, mozzarella string cheese, salted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and marinara sauce.

HOW TO MAKE BOSCO STICKS

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a sheet tray with parchment paper and set aside. On a lightly floured, clean work surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rough 16×8 inch rectangle.

A rolling pin next to a rolled out piece of pizza dough.

Cut the pizza dough into 8 even strips.

Pizza dough cut into slices with a pizza cutter next to it.

Place one string of cheese into the center of each strip of dough.

Cut up slices of pizza dough with mozzarella cheese sticks sitting on top.

Fold the outer flaps of dough over the cheese. Seal the edges all around the cheese very well. Roll the breadstick into a log and place it seam-side down onto the prepared sheet tray.

Pizza dough cut up with sticks of mozzarella cheese on each piece - the bottom piece is starting to be rolled up in the dough.

Repeat with the rest of the sticks and place all on the baking sheet.

A baking sheet lined with parchment paper and Bosco sticks rolled up covered in dough.

Brush the breadsticks with half of the butter and top with half of the parmesan. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden brown.

A pastry brush brushing butter on top of the bosco sticks.`

Brush the remaining butter on the hot breadsticks and sprinkle on the remaining parmesan. Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.

Three Bosco sticks with ingredients surrounding them.

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Fingers holding a Bosco stick after it was dipped in marinara sauce.

A few Bosco sticks with a broken open one and some marinara sauce in the background.

Copycat Bosco Sticks

Craving an old school cafeteria favorite? Bosco Sticks are a cheesy treat made with mozzarella sticks wrapped in pizza dough and topped with a Parmesan cheese butter!