Homemade Breadsticks Recipe (Crazy Bread)
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Homemade Breadsticks Recipe (Crazy Bread)
Description
The Homemade Breadsticks recipe starts by activating yeast with warm water and sugar, then mixing a dough with hot water, flour, and salt using a paddle attachment for a smooth, tacky dough. After letting the yeast bloom, the dough is cut into twelve pieces, shaped into long ropes, and baked on parchment-lined sheets. Once baked, the breadsticks take on a soft texture with a crisp surface. Variations include coating with melted butter mixed with garlic salt and Parmesan cheese to mimic Crazy Bread, or a simpler butter and garlic salt topping for an Olive Garden-inspired version.
These breadsticks are versatile for accompanying meals or serving as a snack, offering softness inside and a lightly flavored crust. They can be doubled easily for larger batches.
The recipe notes clarify measuring flour properly and mention that the cooked breadsticks freeze well. Nutritional details differ by topping choice.
Ingredients
For the Homemade Breadsticks:
- 1/4 cup water warm
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water hot
- 1 teaspoon salt
For Little Caesars Crazy Bread:
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (1/4 tsp salt + 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
For Olive Garden Breadsticks:
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (1/4 tsp salt + 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup lukewarm (just barely above room temperature) water with the sugar and dry active yeast. Allow the mixture to bloom (foam) for 5-10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in the bowl of an electric stand mixer add 2 cups flour and salt. Use the standard paddle attachment, not a bread hook. Turn on low and add very hot water. Mix to combine.
- Once the yeast is very foamy, pour it into the mixing bowl. Turn the mixer on and slowly add the last cup of flour. Let the mixer run until the dough is very smooth and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
- Dump the dough out onto a floured work surface. It should be very soft and tacky. Cut the dough into quarters. Then cut each quarter into 3 equal pieces, to make 12 equal portions.
- Use your hands to roll each piece of dough against the counter, into a long 10-inch rope. Gently move the dough ropes onto the baking sheets, leaving room in between for expansion.
- Once all the breadsticks are rolled out, place them in the oven for 12-14 minutes.
- For Little Caesars Crazy Bread: Place the butter and garlic salt in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30-60 seconds to melt. Place the parmesan cheese in a large baking dish. Brush the garlic butter over 2-3 breadsticks at a time. Then move them to the parmesan cheese dish and shake to coat them in cheese. Move the Crazy Bread to a serving platter and repeat with the remaining breadsticks. Serve warm with marinara for dipping!
- For Olive Garden Breadsticks: Place the butter and garlic salt in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30-60 seconds to melt. Brush the garlic butter over the breadsticks and serve warm!
Notes
- Measure flour by stirring, spooning into the cup, and leveling with a knife for accuracy.
- This recipe is easy to double when making larger batches.
- Cooked breadsticks freeze well for later use.
- Nutritional values vary depending on topping (Crazy Bread with marinara or lighter Olive Garden style).
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12sticks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 179 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1stick | |
| Calories | 179kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 444mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 96mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 195IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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