Soft, fluffy, and buttery homemade garlic breadsticks can be made right at home in about an hour and a half using simple pantry staples
Ingredients
- 1 cup water (warm)
- 2 tablespoons water (warm)
- 2 1⁄4 teaspoons yeast
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter (unsalted, melted)
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
- 3 cups flour
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes slightly foamy.
- Mix the Dough: Add the melted butter, salt, and bread flour to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed until combined, then increase to medium and knead for about 7 to 8 minutes until the dough is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky.
- First Rise: Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a towel and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Breadsticks: Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each piece into a 7- to 8-inch log and place them 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Second Rise: Cover the shaped breadsticks and let them rise again for about 20 to 60 minutes until puffy.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Bake the breadsticks for 12 to 14 minutes until the tops are golden brown.