The Best Breadsticks (Olive Garden Copycat)
These soft and fluffy Olive Garden copycat breadsticks are easy to make from scratch and finished with melted butter and garlic salt while they’re still warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Rise Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours and 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Ingredients
1 cup warm water
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
3-3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
Butter, for brushing
Garlic salt, for topping
Instructions
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
Combine the warm water, melted butter, active dry yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes to activate the yeast.
Step 2: Make the Dough
Add the salt, baking powder, and 3 cups of flour. Mix until a dough forms, adding additional flour only as needed to make a workable dough.
Step 3: Knead the Dough
Knead for 8–10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 4: Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled.
Step 5: Shape the Breadsticks
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into an 8-inch-long log and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 6: Rise Again
Cover and let the breadsticks rise for another hour, or until doubled.
Step 7: Bake
Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
Step 8: Finish With Butter and Garlic Salt
As soon as the breadsticks come out of the oven, brush with butter and sprinkle with garlic salt.