Homemade Breadsticks with Garlic Butter Topping

If you’ve ever enjoyed the famous Olive Garden breadsticks, then you know just how irresistible soft dinner rolls can be. This easy breadstick recipe is designed to replicate that beloved taste right in your own kitchen. With a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of homemade bread recipes that are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce.

Imagine pulling a tray of warm, golden breadsticks from the oven, the aroma of garlic butter filling your kitchen. These breadsticks are not just any yeast bread recipe; they are soft, fluffy, and utterly delightful. They pair wonderfully with any meal, making them a go-to choice for family dinners.

Delicious Homemade Breadsticks

Homemade Soft and Fluffy Breadsticks with Garlic Butter Topping

This recipe yields soft and fluffy breadsticks that are brushed with a rich garlic butter topping, making every bite a treat. Made with bread flour and yeast, they rise beautifully and have a perfect texture for dipping.

Ingredients

2 cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
4 to 5 cups bread flour
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt (for butter topping)
Parmesan cheese for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

Activate the Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
Mix the Dough: Add the vegetable oil, salt, and 4 cups of bread flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms. Add more flour as needed until the dough is soft and slightly sticky.
Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Let it Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape the Breadsticks: Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long stick about 6-8 inches long and place on a greased baking sheet.
Second Rise: Cover the shaped breadsticks with a cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, and salt.
Bake: Brush the tops of the breadsticks with the garlic butter mixture. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve: Remove from oven, brush again with garlic butter, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve warm with your favorite breadstick dipping sauce.