Print

Soft Copycat Breadsticks with Garlic Parmesan Butter

A close-up stack of golden brown, cheesy breadsticks sprinkled with coarse salt.
Print Recipe
Save Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Make soft, fluffy breadsticks at home that taste like your favorite restaurant version, topped with a rich garlic parmesan butter sauce.

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
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl. Let this stand for 5 to 10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy. This shows the yeast is active.
  2. Add the flour, salt, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
  3. Knead the dough for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning once to coat. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for 45 to 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 16 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long, thin strip, about 10 to 12 inches long, resembling a breadstick. Place the breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between them.
  6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the breadsticks are light golden brown.
  7. While the breadsticks bake, prepare the topping: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
  8. As soon as the breadsticks come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture.
  9. Immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the buttered breadsticks. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder to the dough before the first rise.
  • If you want cheesy breadsticks, sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the tops during the last 2 minutes of baking, then add the garlic butter after they come out.
  • Serve these breadsticks with marinara sauce or Alfredo sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://kitchenslang.com/easy-homemade-breadsticks-garlic-parmesan/