Best 3 Witch Finger Breadsticks Recipes
Witch finger breadsticks are a fun and spooky treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are the perfect finger food for Halloween parties and events or for your next ghoulish gathering. These breadsticks are made from a simple dough that is rolled into long, thin strips and then baked until golden brown. They are then decorated with almond slivers to resemble witch's fingers and drizzled with a red glaze to look like blood.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
WITCH'S HAIRY FINGER BREADSTICKS
With its bright green color and shredded cheese that looks like hair, you'll think you really are eating a witch's hairy finger! These taste best when served right out of the oven because the cheese is still warm and soft. Don't forget the marinara dipping sauce! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 32 breadsticks.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, egg, grated cheese, butter, sugar, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, food coloring and 1 cup flour. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Punch dough down; let stand for 10 minutes. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 16 pieces. Shape each piece into a 10-in. rope. Cut in half. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes. , Brush egg white over breadsticks; sprinkle with shredded cheese. Place an almond slice at the tip of each. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
WITCH FINGER BREADSTICKS
These eerie breadsticks, made with store-bought pizza dough, get their flavor from Italian seasoning and sesame seeds. Turning each rope of dough in the middle forms a gnarly finger knuckle which, paired with a green olive "nail," helps to create a haunting and delicious appetizer!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
- Whisk the oil, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl.
- Lightly flour a work surface and divide the dough into 10 equal portions with a bench scraper or chef's knife. Roll each portion into a 10-inch rope. Twist each rope in the middle and arrange on the prepared baking sheets. (Each twist will look like a gnarly witch knuckle.)
- Brush the breadsticks with the seasoned oil and sprinkle with the sesame seeds. Firmly press an olive half on the end of each breadstick to stick to the dough. Bake until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve with warm marinara sauce.
WITCH'S HAIRY FINGER BREADSTICKS
Green Halloween breadsticks from TOH-has a creepy picture! They're best when served right out of the oven because the cheese is still warm and soft. Serve with marinara dipping sauce.
Provided by WiGal
Categories Breads
Time 2h
Yield 32 breadsticks, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water.
- Add the milk, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, butter, sugar, salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, food coloring, and 1 cup flour.
- Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Stir in enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough.
- Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
- Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
- Punch dough down; let stand for 10 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
- Divide into 16 pieces.
- Shape each piece into a 10 inch rope.
- Cut in half.
- Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets.
- Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Brush egg white over breadsticks; sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Place an almond slice at the tip of each.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Tips:
- To make the witch fingers look more realistic, use a sharp knife to score the knuckles and joints.
- For a more savory breadstick, use garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning in the dough.
- If you don't have almond slivers, you can use chopped nuts or even raisins.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use a sprinkle of nutritional yeast on top of the breadsticks.
- Serve the witch finger breadsticks with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or ranch dressing.
Conclusion:
Witch finger breadsticks are a fun and easy Halloween treat that is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. They are made with simple ingredients and can be easily customized to your liking. So get creative and have fun with it!
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