Homemade Bread Sticks

Soft, buttery, and irresistibly fragrant, these Homemade Bread Sticks are the perfect addition to any meal or an indulgent snack on their own. Made from scratch with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and olive oil, these breadsticks boast a tender interior and a golden, lightly crisped exterior. Brushed generously with garlic butter while still warm and optionally sprinkled with Parmesan and parsley, they deliver restaurant-quality flavor straight from your oven. With just 90 minutes of rise time and 15 minutes in the oven, this recipe is a quick and satisfying way to fill your kitchen with the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread. Serve them alongside pasta dishes, soups, or salads, or enjoy them dipped in marinara for the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon dried parsley
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is activated.

Step 2

Add olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until the mixture begins to come together.

Step 3

Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. You may not need all of the flour.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat with oil. Cover with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it is doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and divide it into 16 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 8-10 inches long.

Step 8

Place the ropes on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.

Step 9

Melt the unsalted butter and mix it with the garlic powder.

Step 10

Brush the garlic butter over the tops of the bread sticks.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and immediately brush with any remaining garlic butter.

Step 13

Optionally, sprinkle with dried parsley and grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.

Step 14

Let the bread sticks cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	707.4 grams (707.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1988

Total Fat 70.70g	91%
Saturated Fat 27.70g	139%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 101mg	34%
Sodium 2528mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 292.00g	106%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 13.40g
Protein 44.60g	89%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178mg	14%
Iron 18mg	97%
Potassium 503mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 58.9%