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homemade breadsticks with olive oil, garlic and herbs

Homemade Breadsticks

5 from 2 votes
These homemade breadsticks are a classic snack that is perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients like bread flour, olive oil, and a variety of herbs and spices, these delicious treats are easy to make and sure to please.
Servings 30 breadsticks
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour 28 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 1 minute
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Ingredients
  

For the dough

  • 4 cups (500g) bread flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp (7g) active dry yeast (or 25 g fresh yeast)
  • 1 tsp (5g) sugar
  • 1 tsp (5g) salt
  • 1 ½ cup (350ml) water
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil

For Brushing

  • 4 tbsp (60ml) olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) garlic powder
  • 1 ½ tsp (7g) flaky sea salt
  • 2 tsp oregano , dried
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley , chopped

Instructions
 

Prepare the dough.

  • In a medium bowl add yeast, 1 tsp (5g) sugar, and ¼ cup (60ml) lukewarm water. Let it rest for 5 minutes to activate the yeast.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the remaining water, dissolved yeast and olive oil. Start kneading for about 5-10 minutes, until smooth and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  • Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl and cover it with plastic wrap.
  • Let the dough rest for about 1 hour at room temperature (warm space) until doubled in size.

Shape the breadsticks.

  • On a floured surface, roll the dough into about 12x16 inch (30x40cm) rectangle.
  • Cut the dough in half lengthwise.
  • Using a knife or a pizza cutter cut each half into 1-inch (2.5 cm) strips.
  • Twist each strip of dough and place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rest for 20-30 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375F (190C).

Prepare the olive oil brush mixture.

  • In a small bowl, mix together, the olive oil, with garlic powder, dried oregano, fresh parsley and flaky sea salt.
  • Brush the breadsticks with the olive oil mixture.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  • Serve the breadsticks with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 breadstickCalories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 13.1gProtein: 1.8gFat: 2.1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 129mgPotassium: 26mgFiber: 0.6gSugar: 0.2gCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg
Calories: 79kcal
Course: Appetizer, Bread
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bread party ideas, breadsticks, snack