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Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe Easy Homemade Breadsticks to Make on Repeat

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Soft, buttery, garlicky copycat Olive Garden breadsticks made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfect as a warm appetizer or side, these breadsticks are easy to make and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • A pinch of salt (for garlic butter)

Instructions

  1. Proof the Yeast (10 minutes): In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top, stir gently, and let sit for about 10 minutes until foamy and bubbly.
  2. Make the Dough (5 minutes): Add olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually stir in flour, about ½ cup at a time, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface when too thick to stir.
  3. Knead the Dough (8-10 minutes): Knead by hand until smooth and elastic, adding a little flour if sticky but keeping dough soft.
  4. First Rise (1 hour): Lightly oil a mixing bowl, place dough inside, cover with kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the Breadsticks (10 minutes): Punch down dough, roll into a 12×8 inch rectangle, slice into 12 equal strips, and place on parchment-lined baking sheet with space between.
  6. Second Rise (30 minutes): Cover loosely and let breadsticks rise until puffy.
  7. Bake (12-15 minutes): Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake breadsticks until lightly golden on top.
  8. Brush with Garlic Butter (Right after baking): Mix melted butter with garlic powder, dried parsley, and a pinch of salt. Brush generously over warm breadsticks and serve.

Notes

Do not rush the rising times to ensure soft and airy breadsticks. Use fresh yeast and proof it properly. Brush garlic butter immediately after baking for best absorption. For variations, add cheese, herbs, or spice to dough or butter. Store at room temperature up to 2 days or freeze up to 3 months.

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