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Buttery Garlic Breadsticks with Italian seasoning

Buttery Garlic Breadsticks with Italian Seasoning

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 8 breadsticks

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl (or stand mixer with dough hook)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small bowl for garlic-butter mixture
  • Rolling pin or your hands for shaping
  • Baking sheet or sheet pan
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Pastry Brush (or spoon for drizzling)
  • Oven thermometer (optional but helpful for precision)

Ingredients
  

For the dough

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast one packet
  • 1 cup warm water 105–115°F / 40–46°C
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 1 tsp salt

For the garlic-butter topping

  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 large garlic cloves minced (or 2 tsp garlic powder)
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning a blend of dried oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Optional: ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

Proof the Yeast

  1. In your mixing bowl, whisk together warm water and sugar.
  2. Sprinkle yeast on top, stir gently, and let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  3. That’s how you know your dough will have good rise. This foundational step ensures soft, airy breadsticks.

Make the Dough

  1. To the foamy yeast mix, add softened butter, salt, and half the flour.
  2. Stir (or mix on low speed) to combine. When the dough starts pulling away from the bowl, add the rest of the flour.
  3. Knead for 6–8 minutes by hand on a lightly floured surface or 4–5 minutes in a stand mixer, until smooth and elastic. If dough is sticky, add up to ¼ cup more flour.

First Rise

  1. Lightly oil the bowl and place your dough inside, rolling to coat.
  2. Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap.
  3. Let rise in a warm spot (around 75–80°F / 24–27°C) until doubled—about 60 minutes.

Shape the Breadsticks

  1. Gently punch down the dough to release air.
  2. Turn it out onto a floured surface and divide into 8 pieces (for larger breadsticks) or up to 12 for smaller sizes.
  3. Roll each piece into a 1-inch-wide rope, about 8–10 inches long. Place them on a parchment-lined sheet pan, spaced 1 inch apart.

Second Rise (Optional, but recommended)

  1. Cover the shaped breadsticks and let rest for 15 minutes. This second rise yields fluffier, tender centers.

Prepare Garlic-Butter Mixture

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and if desired, Parmesan cheese.

Bake & Brush

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brush each breadstick generously with garlic-butter.
  3. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown on top.
  4. Remove from oven and immediately brush again with the remaining garlic-butter mix.
  5. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.