Description
You can make soft, buttery breadsticks just like the famous Olive Garden version right in your own kitchen. This easy homemade recipe delivers fluffy breadsticks topped with a rich garlic butter coating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for dough)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the dough: Add the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for about 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the breadsticks: Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long, thin rope, about 10 to 12 inches long. Place the breadsticks on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Second rise: Cover the shaped breadsticks loosely and let them rest for 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) during this time.
- Bake: Bake the breadsticks for 10 to 14 minutes, or until they are light golden brown.
- Prepare the topping: While the breadsticks bake, whisk together the 1/2 cup melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
- Coat: Immediately after removing the breadsticks from the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter topping. Serve warm as a perfect dinner side or appetizer.
Notes
- For a quick rise, place the bowl in an oven that is turned off but has the light on.
- If you prefer cheesy breadsticks, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the butter topping before serving.
- You can use instant yeast if you skip the initial foaming step; just mix it directly with the dry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 14 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 4.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 15