Indulge in the delightful aroma and irresistible taste of Olive Garden's famous breadsticks, now easily recreated in your own kitchen. This article presents a collection of three exceptional recipes that capture the essence of these beloved breadsticks, offering a range of options to suit your preferences and dietary needs. From the classic Olive Garden breadsticks, renowned for their soft and fluffy interior and crispy golden crust, to a healthier whole wheat variation and a gluten-free alternative, these recipes guarantee a delightful culinary experience. Prepare to impress your family and friends with these delectable breadsticks, perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual family dinner or an elegant party spread.
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BREADSTICKS RECIPE (OLIVE GARDEN COPYCAT)
Perfectly soft, fluffy and chewy and finished with a buttery garlic topping. No one can resist these! And since they're made fresh from scratch they're even better than Olive Gardens!
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories breads
Time 3h6m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In the bowl of an electric stand mixer whisk together warm water, yeast and 1/2 tsp granulated sugar until yeast has dissolved. Allow to rest 10 minutes.
- Add in remaining 1 Tbsp + 2 1/2 tsp granulated sugar, 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 3/4 tsp salt and vegetable oil, then fit mixer with paddle attachment and blend mixture until well combine.
- Switch mixer to dough hook attachment, add in remaining 1 1/2 cups flour and knead mixture on low speed, adding up to 1/4 cup additional flour as needed, and knead until dough is smooth and elastic*.
- Transfer dough to a large buttered mixing bowl, cover with plastic wrap and allow to rest in a warm place free from draft until double, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Punch risen dough down, divide into 12 equal portions (2 ounces each by weight), keep them covered with plastic wrap as you work. Roll each piece into a 9 inch rope on a lightly floured surface, then transfer to two parchment paper lined baking sheets.
- Cover and let rise 1 hour. Preheat oven to 425 during the last 10 minutes of rising.
- Bake in preheated oven 11 - 13 minutes until golden**. Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together 1/4 tsp salt and garlic powder.
- Remove breadsticks from oven and run a stick of butter over hot breadsticks (using 2 Tbsp, or brush with melted butter) and immediately sprinkle with garlic salt mixture.
- Serve warm. Let any left over cool and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 407 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY OLIVE GARDEN BREADSTICKS
I got this recipe from the Internet it is so easy and soooooo good. I let them rise in the oven with just the oven light on then just before they have fininished rising I remove them & preheat the oven. They will keep for a couple of days but I like them fresh fresh. They freeze well
Provided by Bergy
Categories Breads
Time 40m
Yield 10 Breadsticks
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Spray your fingers with a bit of oil and knead the thawed bread dough.
- Shape the dough 10 cigar sized pieces.
- Place the breadsticks on a oil sprayed cookie sheet.
- Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (up to 2 hours).
- Lightly spray the top of each breadstick with oil and dust with the garlic powder and Oregano Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly& serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2.5, Sodium 0.2, Carbohydrate 0.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.1
OLIVE GARDEN BREADSTICKS
Got this from a copycat website it is the closest thing I have found so far. Very tasty. The rising time is included in cooking time.
Provided by celestial_star03
Categories Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In your stand mixer or bread machine mix 4 cups flour, 1 1/3 cup water, 4 tsp butter, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 tsp salt, 2 tsp yeast.
- Divide it into 16 peices.
- Cover and let rise until doubled about 45 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
- Melt remaining 2 tsp butter in a bowl and thinly brush the breadsticks once.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush with butter again and top with garlic powder to your liking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.1, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 3.8, Sodium 304.7, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 3.5
BREADSTICKS
These taste soooo close to Olive Garden® breadsticks! So delicious! Goes well with pizza, pasta, and soup!
Provided by Kandilynn
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Dissolve 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar and yeast in 1/2 cup warm water in a bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.
- Beat flour, oil, egg, salt, remaining sugar, and remaining warm water into yeast mixture until smooth, adding more flour if needed to form a soft dough. Turn dough onto a floured work surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once to cover completely with oil. Cover bowl with a damp towel and place in a warm area until dough is doubled in size, about 40 minutes.
- Grease a baking sheet.
- Punch dough down and turn onto a floured work surface. Divide dough into 18 pieces and shape each into a 6-inch rope. Arrange dough pieces on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart; cover with a towel or plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, about 25 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Remove cover from dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Whisk butter and garlic salt together in a bowl; brush over each breadstick. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over each.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 173 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
Tips:
- Use fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Make sure to proof the dough in a warm place so that it can rise properly.
- Don't overwork the dough, as this will make the breadsticks tough.
- Roll the dough out thinly so that the breadsticks are crispy.
- Brush the breadsticks with olive oil before baking to give them a golden brown color.
- Serve the breadsticks warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
These Easy Olive Garden Breadsticks are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them plain or topped with your favorite herbs and cheese, these breadsticks are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy bread recipe, give these Olive Garden Breadsticks a try. You won't be disappointed!
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