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Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe

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These Olive Garden-style breadsticks are soft, buttery, and perfectly garlicky. Made from scratch with simple ingredients, they feature a fluffy interior and a golden crust, brushed with melted garlic butter for that signature flavor. Perfect as a side for pasta dishes, soups, or salads, these breadsticks bring warm, comforting flavors to your table.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 package)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 1/4 cups bread flour
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Topping

  • 1/4 cup butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the sugar, active dry yeast, and warm water. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix Dough Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the bread flour and salt to distribute evenly. Add the yeast mixture along with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Mix the ingredients together until they begin to form a cohesive dough ball.
  3. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead by hand for approximately 5 minutes until smooth and elastic, which helps develop gluten for a tender, airy texture.
  4. Shape Dough: Form the dough into a square shape on your counter. Using a knife or dough cutter, divide this square into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion individually into a thin, elongated breadstick shape.
  5. Proof the Breadsticks: Place the breadsticks evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Cover loosely with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rise in a warm spot for about 45 minutes, doubling in size.
  6. Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Once risen, bake the breadsticks for 12 minutes or until they turn lightly golden brown, indicating they are cooked through and have a crusty exterior.
  7. Apply Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and garlic salt. As soon as the breadsticks come out of the oven, generously brush this mixture over them to infuse flavor and add moisture.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the breadsticks to cool slightly on a rack before serving to prevent burning and to enhance their soft texture.

Notes

  • Use warm water around 110°F to ensure the yeast activates properly without killing it.
  • Kneading the dough well is key to achieving the perfect breadstick texture.
  • Allowing the dough to rise improves the softness and fluffiness of the breadsticks.
  • Brush on garlic butter immediately after baking for the best absorption and flavor.
  • These breadsticks are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat gently in the oven for a few minutes to restore softness.

Keywords: Olive Garden breadsticks, garlic breadsticks, soft breadsticks, Italian side dish, homemade breadsticks

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