Description
Breadstick Snakes are a delightful and playful addition to any Halloween gathering or themed party. These snake-shaped breadsticks, made from simple pizza dough, are not only fun to make but also irresistible to eat. With a crispy exterior and savory flavor enhanced by poppy and sesame seeds, they create the perfect balance of crunchiness and taste. Kids will love getting involved in shaping their own snakes, while adults will appreciate their versatility as a tasty appetizer or side dish. Serve them with marinara sauce or garlic butter for an extra layer of flavor that will have everyone slithering back for more!
Ingredients
- 13.8 ounce tube refrigerated pizza dough
- 3 black olives
- Piece of a red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut black olives for eyes and slice red bell pepper for tongues.
- Unroll pizza dough and cut it into 12 strips.
- Roll each strip into a 12-inch rope, tapering one end for the tail.
- Wrap each rope around a greased chopstick or straw; brush with olive oil and sprinkle seeds on top.
- Place olive pieces on the heads as eyes.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 11-15 minutes until golden; cool slightly before removing sticks.
- Add red pepper tongues using a toothpick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 breadsticks (56g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix herbs like garlic powder into the dough before rolling. Substitute homemade pizza dough for an even fresher taste. Experiment with different toppings such as cheese or spices to customize your breadsticks.