Olive Garden Breadsticks
Ingredients
- 1 +2 cup tablespoons warm water
110 degrees Fahrenheit
- 1 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
divided
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
divided, + more as needed
- 1 3/4 teaspoons salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
or vegetable oil
- or to taste1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
melted
Directions
- 1
In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the warm water, yeast, and 1/2 teaspoon of the granulated sugar. Whisk well until the yeast dissolves. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes or until it becomes foamy.
- 2
Add the remaining sugar, 1 1/2 cups of flour, salt, and oil to the yeast mixture. Using the paddle attachment, mix at low speed until combined.
- 3
Switch to the dough hook attachment. Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of flour, and knead at low speed. Gradually add up to 1/4 cup more flour, if needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic. This should take about 7–8 minutes.
- 4
Transfer the dough to a lightly greased mixing bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and place in a warm, draft-free area. Let the dough rise for about 1 1/2 hours. (Or until it has doubled in size.)
- 5
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each piece into an 8-inch rope on a lightly floured surface.
- 6
Arrange the breadsticks on two parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving space between them. Cover the trays with plastic wrap or a towel and let the breadsticks rise for another hour.
- 7
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit during the last 10 minutes of the second rise. Bake the breadsticks for 11–13 minutes. Or until they turn a light golden brown.
- 8
While the breadsticks are baking, combine the salt and garlic powder in a small bowl. Once the breadsticks come out of the oven, immediately brush them with the melted butter. Sprinkle the garlic-salt mixture evenly over the tops.
- 9
Serve the breadsticks warm, and enjoy! If you have leftovers, let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
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About this Recipe
Craving those irresistible, melt-in-your-mouth breadsticks from Olive Garden? This copycat recipe brings that beloved restaurant experience right to your kitchen, delivering breadsticks that are famously soft, fluffy, and truly out of this world.
This recipe stands out because it promises to deliver that unmistakable Olive Garden experience right in your kitchen. The careful combination of basic baking ingredients comes together to create breadsticks celebrated for their incredible soft, fluffy texture, perfectly mirroring the restaurant's iconic offering without leaving home.
Prepare your senses for a truly delightful experience. Each breadstick is designed to be impossibly soft and fluffy on the inside, with a tender exterior that yields to the touch. The final touch of rich, melted butter infused with savory garlic powder and a delicate sprinkle of salt creates that signature flavor profile you know and love, making these an irresistible addition to any meal or a satisfying snack on their own.
You have a choice for the fat in the dough, using either olive oil or vegetable oil. The buttery garlic topping can also be adjusted to your liking; feel free to customize the amount of salt and garlic powder to achieve your perfect flavor balance.
Serve these warm breadsticks alongside your favorite Italian-inspired dinner, a hearty soup, or a fresh salad. They are perfect for family meals, entertaining, or simply enjoying as a comforting treat.