Description
Soft, buttery breadsticks that recreate the cozy experience of Olive Garden, perfect for serving with pasta, soup, or salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, plus a pinch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for greasing
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1–2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Pinch of salt (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Add sugar, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Gradually stir in flour until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 10–12 minutes until smooth or use a mixer for 7–10 minutes.
- Lightly grease a bowl, place dough inside, and cover. Let rise for 1 to 1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
- Gently punch down dough and divide into 16–20 pieces. Roll into 6–8 inch ropes and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Cover breadsticks and let rise for another 30–45 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown. Rotate trays halfway through baking.
- Melt butter, stir in garlic powder, and brush over breadsticks immediately after baking.
- Serve warm with sauces, soups, or salads. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Notes
For a cheesy variation, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan before the second rise. Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Olive Garden breadsticks, homemade breadsticks, garlic breadsticks, Italian bread