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Copycat Olive Garden Style Garlic Breadsticks with Herb Butter Glaze

A pile of golden brown, buttery breadsticks seasoned with garlic, parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese.
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Make soft, chewy, restaurant-style breadsticks at home. This recipe delivers the warm, buttery flavor you love, perfect for serving with soup or pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for greasing
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add the flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. Lightly grease a clean bowl with oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Punch down the risen dough gently. On a lightly floured surface, roll or stretch the dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
  7. Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide and 8 inches long. Place the breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between them.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the breadsticks are lightly golden brown.
  9. While the breadsticks bake, prepare the herb butter glaze: In a small bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the garlic powder, parsley, oregano, and basil.
  10. As soon as the breadsticks come out of the oven, brush them generously with the herb butter mixture.
  11. Sprinkle the tops evenly with the grated Parmesan cheese while the butter is still wet.
  12. Serve the breadsticks warm immediately.

Notes

  • For a chewier texture, brush the baked breadsticks with a little extra melted butter before adding the garlic topping.
  • If you want cheesy breadsticks, sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the tops during the last 2 minutes of baking, then brush with the herb butter.
  • You can use a stand mixer with a dough hook to mix and knead the dough for about 5 minutes on medium-low speed.

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