Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup warm water (105°F–110°F)
- 2¼ tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (for brushing)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Optional: pinch of Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, and softened butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Punch down dough and divide into 10–12 equal portions.
- Roll each into a 7-inch rope and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Cover and let rise again for 30–40 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake breadsticks for 12–14 minutes or until golden.
- Melt remaining butter and stir in garlic powder (and optional Italian seasoning).
- Brush warm breadsticks with garlic butter before serving.
Notes
- To make ahead, freeze shaped dough on trays, then transfer to freezer bags.
- Bake directly from frozen, adding 2–3 minutes to baking time.
- Pair with marinara or Alfredo sauce for dipping. These also make a great side to pasta or soup!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian