Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks
These Garlic Parmesan Breadsticks combine a soft, tender dough twisted into individual sticks with a flavorful garlic and herb seasoning topped with powdered Parmesan cheese. The use of warm water and instant yeast produces a well-risen dough with a slight chew, while the seasoning blend adds aromatic herbs and a savory bite. The breadsticks bake on a butter-coated rimmed baking sheet, allowing the bottoms to develop a rich flavor and texture. This recipe is suited for serving as a side or appetizer, offering a savory, aromatic bread option.
Ingredients
Breadsticks
- 1 ½ cups water 105 to 110 degrees F°, warm
- 1 Tablespoon instant yeast
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 ½ to 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter salted, melted
Garlic Parmesan Seasoning
- Parmesan Cheese powdered, 1/2 cup
- kosher salt 1 teaspoon
- garlic powder 2 tablespoons
- oregano dried, 2 teaspoons
- basil dried, 2 teaspoons
- parsley dried, 2 teaspoons
Instructions
- In an electric stand mixer; with the dough hook attachment, mix together the warm water, yeast, sugar, salt and one cup of the flour.
- Continue adding the flour until the dough clears the sides of the bowl; knead for about three minutes. It should be soft and slightly sticky without leaving a lot of residue on your fingers.
- Let the dough rest in the bowl for 10 minutes. While the dough rests, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Pour the melted butter onto a large, rimmed baking sheet (about 11X17-inches); spreading out evenly.
- On a lightly greased countertop, pat the dough out into a long rectangle, about 16x7-inches. Cut the dough into 12 even strips with a pizza cutter. Twist each strip of dough then place side-by-side (a 1/2-inch apart) on the baking sheet.
Garlic Parmesan Seasoning:
- Mix together all of the seasoning ingredients. Sprinkle as much or as little seasoning as you desire, all over the tops of the breadsticks. Cover with a kitchen towel, and let breadsticks rise for 20 minutes.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Carefully remove from oven. Let breadsticks cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!