Warm Garlic Breadsticks (Print Version)
Soft, golden breadsticks infused with garlic butter—perfect alongside pasta or soup.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Dough
01 - 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons instant yeast
03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
05 - 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
→ Garlic Butter Topping
07 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 3 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
09 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and kosher salt until evenly distributed.
02 - Pour the warm water (110°F) and olive oil into the dry mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms and no dry flour remains.
03 - Turn the dough onto a lightly floured work surface and knead firmly for 6 to 8 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth, supple, and springs back when gently pressed.
04 - Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, turning once to coat. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel and set in a warm, draft-free spot for 45 to 60 minutes, or until doubled in bulk.
05 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a half-sheet baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
06 - Gently punch down the risen dough to release excess gas. Divide into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a 7- to 8-inch rope, tapering the ends slightly, and arrange on the prepared baking sheet with about 1 1/2 inches of space between each.
07 - Loosely cover the shaped breadsticks with a towel and let rest for 15 minutes until slightly puffed.
08 - Bake on the center oven rack for 12 to 15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the breadsticks are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
09 - While the breadsticks bake, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, dried parsley, garlic powder, and kosher salt in a small bowl until well combined.
10 - Immediately upon removing the breadsticks from the oven, brush each one generously with the garlic butter mixture using a pastry brush. Allow the butter to soak in for 1 to 2 minutes before serving warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These breadsticks come together with pantry staples you probably already have on hand.
- The garlic butter soaks into every crevice and makes them impossible to stop eating.
02 -
- If your water is too hot the yeast will die and the dough will never rise so always test it with your finger first.
- Brushing the butter on while the breadsticks are piping hot helps the garlic flavor soak deep into the bread rather than just sitting on top.
03 -
- Divide the dough by weight if you have a kitchen scale because evenly sized pieces bake at the same rate and look beautiful on a platter.
- Pair these with warm marinara or a creamy garlic dip and watch people lose all interest in the main course.