Garlic Butter Bacon Alfredo Pizza Twists

Warm, cheesy, fresh-baked bread seems to be something that is universally comforting. Top with a garlic butter, crispy bacon and creamy Alfredo sauce, and you have a snack or appetizer that cannot be resisted. Pizza Twists: Garlic Butter Bacon Alfredo. These are cheesy, golden twists ideal on game day, during a movie, or anytime you have a need to have something savory that will fulfill all cravings in a single bite.

In this blog post, we will discuss how to make these tasty twists yourself, some variations you can make, the hints to obtain the best texture and taste, and why it may become your new favorite finger food.

The Reasons Garlic Butter Bacon Alfredo Pizza Twists is on the Must-Try List

It is well known that the very name makes your mouth water. These are an imaginative variation of the conventional breadsticks or pizzas rolls. They put everything we adore about a pizza (dough, cheese, toppings) and make it a small treat offered in our hands with some additional layers of taste.

The following is what is special about them:

Garlic butter is a delicious, fragrant base, which will sink into the dough and burn nicely in the oven.
Smokey, salty crispy bacon is a perfect match with cheese.
Alfredo sauce adds a smooth texture and a light and comforting flavor.
Mozzarella provides that sticky stretchy touch.
Curved dough translates to increased edges, increased crispness and increased cheesy pull-apart.

Ingredients You’ll Need

The following is a simple list of ingredients that go into these tasting pizza twists:

To make the Dough (or you can buy store-made pizza dough):

2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1 tsp sugar
3/4 cup warm water (110°F)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil

For the Garlic Butter:

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning, or dried parsley

Toppings:

6 oz fresh spinach, chopped into small pieces
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
5-6 cooked and chopped bacon

Garnishing:

Chopped parsley (not obligatory)

Step 1: Make the Dough

This step can be omitted if you are baking store bought dough. However, should you feel like it, home cooked dough is another tier of freshness.

In a little bowl, combine warm water, sugar and yeast. Allow it to rest 5-10 minutes and get foamy.
Prepare the flour and salt in a big bowl. Stir yeast mixture and olive oil together. Stir until combined.
Knead the dough over dough on a floured surface 6-8 minutes, till smooth and elastic.
Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover it and allow it to rise in a warm place 1 hour or until it doubles.

Step 2: Garlic Butter Ready

In a little bowl, melted butter, minced garlic and dried herbs are mixed. Set aside.

Step 3: Roll and Assemble

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place parchment paper on a baking sheet.
Roll dough to a rectangle, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
Work over the surface with a great deal of garlic butter.
Apply half the dough with Alfredo sauce.
Top Alfredo layer with sprinkled mozzarella and bacon, chopped evenly in a fine layer.
Turn the dough to envelop the fillings, such as a calzone and press it down.
Cut into strips (approximately 1 inch wide) and roll each strip up, leaving the edges closed.
Put the twists in the baking dish and brush the tops with additional garlic butter.

Step 4: Bake

Bake 15–18 minutes or until it is golden brown and bubbly. When the cheese is melted and the dough has a golden, crispy finish you will know they are ready.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

Garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot. The twists taste good in themselves but can be used with a marinara sauce or with more Alfredo sauce or even ranch dressing.

Hints on the Best Pizza Twists

Don’t overfill: It is tempting to load them with cheese and bacon, however, excessive stuff can be hard to roll and leaks can occur in the baking process.
Bacon should be cut thick: This will stand the test of baking and will give a pleasant chew.
Allow the dough to rest: When the dough begins to shrink during rolling or twisting, allow the dough a 5-minute rest period in order to relax the gluten.
Brushing once baked: Garbage butter Layer 2 of garlic butter immediately after baking gives it an added flavor and shine.

Easy Variations to Try

When you have nailed the basic recipe, you are free to be creative in both fillings and sauces. The following are some delicious variations on the twist:

Buffalo Chicken Pizza Twists: Replace Alfredo with buffalo sauce, shredded chicken and blue cheese.
Pesto Veggie Twists: Replace Alfredo with pesto and stuff with roasted vegetables such as bell peppers and mushrooms.
Spicy Sausage Alfredo: Replace bacon with cooked spicy Italian sausage to make it more meaty.
Four Cheese Twists: Make a combination of mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan and provolone to overload with cheese.

Make-Ahead and Freezer Tips

Make-Ahead: The twists may be prepared several hours in advance and refrigerated until you are about to bake. Allow to reach room temperature 10 minutes to bake.
Freeze: Once it has been baked, allow the twists to cool down completely. Individually wrap and freeze. Put back in the oven at 375°F and warm them.

Final Thoughts

Garlic Butter Bacon Alfredo Pizza Twists are what you desire in comfort food: buttery, cheesy, crispy and full of bold flavors. These twists will be sure to satisfy you, whether you are partying, in need of something to get your tummy and satisfy your indulgence.

Don’t be shocked when they become a requested favorite in your home once you make them. They’re that good.

Peasy, peasy, get that apron, turn on that oven and start twisting–yummy!