Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface until it reaches a rectangle of about ¼ inch thick.

Slice the mozzarella cheese into even strips and lay them across one half of the rolled-out dough.

Carefully fold the other half of the dough over the cheese, pressing down around the edges to seal.

Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the sealed dough into 1-inch wide strips.

Brush the tops of the sliced dough strips with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and arrange the cheese sticks on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

Once baked, allow the cheese sticks to cool slightly before serving warm.