Garlic Cheese Fingers

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Garlic Cheese Fingers

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Serves: 4–6

Crispy flatbread or pizza crust topped with garlic butter and melted cheese, sliced into easy-to-share fingers.

Ingredients

  • 1 prepared pizza crust or flatbread (thin works best)

  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • Optional:

    • Chopped fresh parsley

    • Red pepper flakes

    • Light sour cream or yogurt for dipping

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare Garlic Butter

In a small bowl, mix:

  • Melted butter

  • Olive oil

  • Minced garlic

  • Black pepper

  • Oregano or Italian seasoning

Stir until well combined.

3. Prepare the Crust

Place pizza crust or flatbread on the baking tray.
Brush the entire surface evenly with the garlic butter mixture.

4. Add Cheese

Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the crust.
Top with Parmesan cheese.

5. Bake

Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until:

  • Cheese is fully melted

  • Edges are lightly golden

  • Bottom is crisp

For extra browning, broil for the last 1–2 minutes while watching closely.

6. Slice and Serve

Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes.
Slice into strips or triangles.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Optional Light Version (Lower-Calorie Method)

  • Use whole wheat or low-carb flatbread

  • Use part-skim mozzarella

  • Reduce butter to ½ tablespoon

  • Increase garlic and herbs for flavor without extra fat

Storage & Reheating

  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 2 days

  • Reheat: Oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 4–5 minutes

  • Avoid microwave for best texture

Serving Ideas

Serve with:

  • Marinara sauce

  • Light garlic yogurt dip

  • Tomato soup

  • Fresh salad

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