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Olive Garden Breadsticks: Ultimate Homemade Recipe

Olive Garden Breadsticks: Ultimate Homemade Recipe
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this homemade Olive Garden breadsticks recipe. These soft, buttery breadsticks are the perfect addition to any meal.

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ teaspoons salt
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

Topping:

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or garlic salt)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Activate the Yeast – In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. This step proves your yeast is alive and ready.
  2. Step 2: Make the Dough – Add softened butter, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes by hand or 5–6 minutes in a stand mixer until smooth and elastic.
  3. Step 3: First Rise – Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for 1 to 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Step 4: Shape the Breadsticks – Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each into a rope about 7–8 inches long and place on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Step 5: Second Rise – Cover and let the shaped breadsticks rise for 30–45 minutes, until puffy.
  6. Step 6: Bake – Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake breadsticks for 11–13 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  7. Step 7: Garlic Butter Finish – While still warm, brush generously with melted butter mixed with garlic powder and salt. Serve immediately!

Notes

  • Measure your flour accurately – Use the spoon and level method to avoid dense dough.
  • Don’t over-knead – Too much kneading can make the breadsticks tough.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm spot – Like an oven with the light on.
  • Brush generously with garlic butter – This is where the flavor shines.

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