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Soft Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe Easy Homemade Garlic Butter Breadsticks

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These soft Olive Garden-style breadsticks are easy to make at home with a tender crumb and a rich garlic butter glaze, perfect for any occasion and loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for greasing)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups warm water and 1 tablespoon sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy and bubbly.
  2. Add 3 ½ cups flour, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 1 teaspoon salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until the dough begins to come together, about 2 minutes.
  3. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead with a stand mixer dough hook on medium speed for about 6 minutes.
  4. Lightly oil a large bowl and place the dough inside, turning to coat it with oil. Cover with a damp kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1 ½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the risen dough and turn it onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces (about 80 grams / 2.8 oz each). Roll each piece into a 6-inch long breadstick. Place them evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Cover the shaped breadsticks with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes until puffed up.
  7. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  8. Bake the breadsticks for 12–15 minutes until golden brown on top.
  9. While baking, melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in minced garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Warm gently for 2–3 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  10. Remove breadsticks from the oven and immediately brush generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top if desired, then serve warm.

Notes

Use warm water at about 110°F to activate yeast properly. Knead dough until smooth and elastic for best texture. Let dough rise fully twice for soft breadsticks. Brush garlic butter immediately after baking to keep breadsticks moist and flavorful. For vegan option, substitute butter with dairy-free butter or olive oil and omit Parmesan or use plant-based alternative. Gluten-free flour blend can be used but expect different texture.

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