Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for breadsticks — soft inside, golden outside, and perfect as a snack or side:
🧾 Ingredients (makes 12–16 breadsticks)
- 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- Optional topping: melted butter, garlic powder, grated Parmesan, or herbs
🥖 Instructions
- Activate the yeast:
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Make the dough:
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough:
- Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
- Shape the breadsticks:
- Punch down the dough and divide into 12–16 pieces.
- Roll each piece into a thin stick, about 6–8 inches long.
- Place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Second rise:
- Cover and let rise 20–30 minutes.
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Optional topping:
- Brush warm breadsticks with melted butter and sprinkle garlic powder, Parmesan, or herbs.
💡 Tips:
- Serve with marinara sauce, olive oil, or melted cheese for dipping.
- For crispier breadsticks, bake a few extra minutes until the edges are golden.
- You can add seasonings like rosemary, thyme, or paprika into the dough for extra flavor.
If you want, I can also give a quick 20-minute no-yeast breadsticks recipe that’s soft, fluffy, and perfect for last-minute snacks.
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