Soft Italian Breadsticks

Name: Soft Italian Breadsticks
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 dozen.
Ingredients: 1 cup water (70° to 80°); 3 tablespoons butter, softened; 1-1/2 teaspoons salt; 3 cups bread flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast; TOPPING:; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

I use the "dough only" cycle on my bread machine to prepare these melt-in-your-mouth breadsticks that my family of five gobbles up! The soft, chewy breadsticks are irresistible when brushed with butter and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. They're the perfect accompaniment to soups or Italian entrees. -Christy Eichelberger, Jesup, Iowa

Ingredients

1 cup water (70° to 80°)
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3 cups bread flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

In bread machine pan, place the water, butter, salt, flour, sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and yeast in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).
When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Cut each portion into 12 pieces; roll each into a 4-in. to 6-in. rope. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 20 minutes.
Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately brush with butter; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 73 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

Originally published as Soft Italian Breadsticks in Quick Cooking September/October 2000

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emmyevans

Mar 17, 2018

I've only made it once so far, but they turned out so yummy and were easy to make! This will now be my go to recipe for breadsticks. They even freeze well. Just pop in the fridge a day or two ahead to thaw.
momtomatt

Oct 30, 2016

Great breadsticks recipe! I love using my bread machine's dough cycle to make baking bread easier. I've had this only issue of Quick Cooking for years and I can't believe I just got around to finally trying this recipe!
amsm

Jun 27, 2016

These were very flavorful and soft! I made these for my family and there were no leftovers! There is not a lot of garlic flavor, so next time I will add some garlic to the topping. I do not have a bread machine, so I made them without one.
s_pants

Jul 17, 2014

Very good and soft! If you like garlic, try increasing the garlic powder in the dough or add some with the Parmesan cheese.
irenegll

Jan 11, 2014

These were excellent! My family loved them!
Shelleyrae73

Dec 3, 2013

Thanks for this recipe, I used the dough to make a Stromboli. I had to substitute minced garlic since I didn't have any powdered but it worked out fine
irishmamacookall

Apr 28, 2013

This is the only breadstick recipe I've made that turned out and that I actually liked! And believe me I've tried a lot! These are so delicious. I don't have a bread machine I just kneaded the dough for a few minutes. Definitely worth a try.
stwood64

Nov 25, 2012

I combined this recipe with one I found in a Healthy Cooking Taste of Home magazine, Prosciutto Breadsticks. I rolled prosciutto into the breadsticks. Amazing!!!
smalltowngirl_VA

Jan 9, 2012

These are the best homemade breadsteaks I've ever had! My family can't get enough of them. And since they start in the bread machine they are super easy!
RWF Kitchen

Mar 30, 2011

I substituted canola oil in place of the butter when I made the dough. They were so light and delicious. I will be making them again next week!!