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The Ultimate Soft & Chewy Olive Garden Copycat Breadsticks with Garlic Parmesan Butter

Close-up of several golden brown, soft breadsticks topped with melted cheese, garlic, and parsley.
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Make soft, chewy, restaurant-style breadsticks at home. This easy recipe replicates the famous Olive Garden breadsticks, topped with a rich garlic Parmesan butter sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110 degrees F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for brushing
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let this mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  2. Mix the dough: Add 3 cups of the flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 cup of olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until combined. Gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat and shape: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long, thin breadstick shape, about 10 inches long. Place the breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Second rise: Cover the shaped breadsticks loosely and let them rest for 15 minutes.
  7. Bake: Brush the tops lightly with olive oil. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  8. Prepare the garlic butter topping: While the breadsticks bake, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a small bowl.
  9. Finish: Immediately after removing the breadsticks from the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle evenly with the grated Parmesan cheese.
  10. Serve: Serve the homemade breadsticks warm as a dinner side dish or appetizer.

Notes

  • For a chewier texture, use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour.
  • If you want cheesy breadsticks, sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the tops during the last 3 minutes of baking before adding the garlic butter.
  • You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours for make ahead breadsticks. Allow it to come to room temperature before shaping.

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