Olive Garden Breadsticks

These soft, buttery breadsticks taste just like the ones from Olive Garden! They are golden on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and brushed with a delicious garlic butter topping. Perfect for any meal!

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Ingredients Needed:

• 1 1/2 cups water 
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 1/8 teaspoon yeast 
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 4 1/2 cups bread flour 
• 4 tablespoons butter 
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
• 1/8 teaspoon oregano

How To Make Breadsticks?

1. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl or food processor, combine warm water, sugar, yeast, and oil. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour and salt, then mix until a smooth dough forms.
2. Let It Rise: Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
3. Shape the Breadsticks: Place the dough on a floured surface and roll it into a large rectangle. Cut it in half horizontally, then slice it into strips about 1 1/2 inches thick. Roll each strip into a log.
4. Second Rise: Arrange the dough logs on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let them rise for another 45 minutes or until doubled in size.
5. Bake the Breadsticks: Preheat oven to 175°C. Mix melted butter, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, and oregano. Brush the breadsticks with this mixture before baking.
6. Serve and Enjoy: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with any leftover butter mixture before serving.

Recipe Tips:

• Use warm water (not hot or cold): The water should be warm, around 43°C. If it’s too hot, it will kill the yeast. If it’s too cold, the yeast won’t activate, and the dough won’t rise properly.
• Let the dough rise in a warm place: A warm kitchen helps the dough double in size faster. If your kitchen is cold, place the dough near a slightly warm oven or microwave with the door closed.
• Shape the breadsticks evenly: Roll each breadstick to the same size so they bake evenly. If they are too thick, they may stay doughy inside, and if too thin, they may become dry.
• Brush with butter before and after baking: Brushing the butter mixture before baking adds flavor, but brushing again after baking makes the breadsticks extra soft and delicious.
• Don’t rush the second rise: Let the shaped breadsticks rise again until they double in size. This makes them fluffy inside instead of dense and heavy.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: First, let the leftover breadsticks cool to room temperature. Then, store them in an airtight container or a sealed plastic bag. Keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freeze: Let the breadsticks cool completely, then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. Store them in the freezer for up to 2 months.
• Reheat: Set the air fryer to 150°C and heat the breadsticks for 2–3 minutes until warm and slightly crispy.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 353 kcal
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sodium: 510mg
• Potassium: 95mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 56g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 8g

Try More Olive Garden Recipes:

• Olive Garden Berry Sangria 
• Olive Garden Angry Alfredo with Chicken
• Olive Garden Sangria