How to Make Breadsticks with Parmesan Butter - A Step-by-Step Guide

Breadsticks are a classic Italian treat that are loved for their crispy, flaky texture and delicious flavor. Whether you're enjoying them as a snack, appetizer, or accompaniment to a meal, they're sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. And when you add a flavorful Parmesan butter to the mix, you take these breadsticks to the next level of deliciousness.

Making breadsticks with Parmesan butter at home is not only a fun and rewarding cooking project, but it also allows you to cust...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
  • ½ cup sugar, divided
  • 2 cups warm water (110 degrees to 115 degrees), divided
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 36 servings

  • In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in 1 cup warm water. Add the oil, egg, salt, 2 cups flour, and remaining sugar and water. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 40 minutes.
  • Punch the dough down. Turn onto a floured surface; divide into 36 pieces. Shape each piece into a 6-in. rope. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 25 minutes.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small mixing bowl, cream the butter, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Serve with breadsticks.