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Olive Garden Breadsticks

These Olive Garden Breadsticks are soft, buttery, and irresistibly garlicky! Easy to make and perfect for pairing with pasta or salad.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 12 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Kitchen towel
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon instant or rapid rise yeast
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons softened butter
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let this mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
  • Once the yeast is activated, add the softened butter and salt to the bowl. Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  • Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • After the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long, thin strip, about 6 inches long, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Cover the shaped breadsticks with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Once the breadsticks have risen, bake them in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
  • Remove the breadsticks from the oven and immediately brush them with melted butter mixed with garlic powder and sea salt.

Notes

  • Make sure your water is warm, not hot, to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Leftover breadsticks can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven.
  • You can prepare dough in advance and refrigerate it after shaping for up to 24 hours before baking.
Keyword Breadsticks, Easy, Garlic, Homemade, Quick