Best 8 Soft Breadstick Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful world of soft breadsticks, a culinary masterpiece that combines the perfect balance of flavors and textures. These irresistible treats are not just ordinary bread; they are an explosion of taste and a feast for the senses. Their soft and fluffy interiors, enveloped in a crispy golden crust, create a symphony of textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article has something for everyone. We'll guide you through three exceptional breadstick recipes that cater to different tastes and preferences. From classic Italian breadsticks to cheesy garlic knots and everything in between, we've got you covered. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SOFT GARLIC BREADSTICKS



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Charles Smith relies of a bread machine to mix the dough for these buttery golden breadsticks that are mildly seasoned with garlic and basil. "I like to use this dough when making pizza, too," says the Baltic, Connecticut reader. "It makes two 12-inch crusts."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 20 breadsticks.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water (70° to 80°)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
3 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place the first nine ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed). , When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 20 portions. Shape each into a ball; roll each into a 9-in. rope. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 40 minutes or until doubled. , Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Brush warm breadsticks with butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SOFT ITALIAN BREADSTICKS



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I use the "dough only" cycle on my bread machine to prepare these melt-in-your-mouth breadsticks that my family of five gobbles up! The soft, chewy breadsticks are irresistible when brushed with butter and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. They're the perfect accompaniment to soups or Italian entrees. -Christy Eichelberger, Jesup, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup water (70° to 80°)
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3 cups bread flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place the water, butter, salt, flour, sugar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and yeast in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or flour if needed). , When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Cut each portion into 12 pieces; roll each into a 4-in. to 6-in. rope. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 20 minutes. , Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately brush with butter; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

QUICK SOFT BREADSTICKS



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Our family likes these breadsticks because they are soft and chewy. I like to make them when I am in a hurry because they rise quickly.

Provided by LoveBakedIn

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 35m

Yield 18 breadsticks

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup warm water
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup oil
3 cups bread flour
2 1/2 teaspoons yeast

Steps:

  • Make dough using your favorite method- bread machine, mixer or by hand.
  • Roll out into a 10x12 inch rectangle.
  • Cut into strips about 3/4 inch wide.
  • Give each strip a twist and place on a greased cookie sheet.
  • Let rise for at least 20 minutes or more if you have time.
  • Bake at 375 for 10-15 minutes.
  • Brush with butter and sprinkle with garlic salt and parmesan cheese.

SOFT BREADSTICKS



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Once you taste these chewy breadsticks, you'll never want store-bought again. Give potluck-goers a choice by sprinklng with different seeds and seasonings. One batch won't be enough!-Linda Craig, Edmonton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 14 breadsticks.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
Poppy seeds, sesame seeds, Italian seasoning, coarse salt and/or shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the oil, salt, whole wheat flour and enough all-purpose 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 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Let rest for 10 minutes. Divide into 14 portions. Roll each portion into a 9-in. x 1-in. rope. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes or until doubled. , Whisk egg and water; brush over dough. Sprinkle with toppings if desired. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

SOFT ONION BREADSTICKS



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Soft Onion Breadsticks from filed editor Maryellen Hays of Wolcottville, Indiana are golden and chewy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 large eggs, room temperature, divided use
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold water
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender; cool. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, butter, 1 egg, sugar, salt and 1 cup flour. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in onion and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Let stand for 10 minutes. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 32 pieces. Shape each piece into an 8-in. rope. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise for 15 minutes. , Beat cold water and remaining egg; brush over breadsticks. Sprinkle half with sesame seeds and half with poppy seeds. Bake at 350° for 16-22 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SOFT ITALIAN BREADSTICKS (ABM)



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Serve these wonderfully soft breadsticks warm out of the oven, brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Goes really well served with Italian meals. Recipe from Quick Cooking.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 35m

Yield 24 breadsticks

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup warm water (70 to 80)
3 tablespoons soft butter
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 cups bread flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place all dough ingredients in your bread machine pan according to manufacturers direction.
  • Select dough setting.
  • When dough cycle is complete, turn out onto floured board and divide dough in half.
  • Cut each portion into 12 pieces and roll each piece into a 4 to 6" rope.
  • Place 2" apart onto greased baking sheets.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 20 minutes or until doubled.
  • Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Immediately brush with butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Note: Be careful not to overbake or they will become tough.

SOFT SESAME BREADSTICKS



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I've been making these tasty breadsticks that go with almost any meal for years. Since they use ingredients like flour, sugar, baking powder and milk, it's convenient and inexpensive to mix up a batch. -Nancy Johnson, Connersville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Gradually add milk and stir to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface, knead gently 3-4 times. Roll into a 10x5x1/2-in. rectangle; cut into 12 breadsticks. , Place butter in a 13x9-in. baking pan. Place breadsticks in butter and turn to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake until golden brown, 14-18 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 553mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

EASY SOFT BREADSTICKS



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Make and share this Easy Soft Breadsticks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 26m

Yield 1 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Mix flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • Slowly add milk to form a soft dough.
  • Knead on a floured surface 4 times.
  • Roll into 10 inch by 5 inch rectangle.
  • Cut into 12 sticks.
  • Put butter in 13x9 baking dish.
  • Roll breadsticks in butter.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • Bake at 425° for 16 minutes, or until golden.

Tips:

  • Activate the yeast properly: Ensure the water is lukewarm (around 105-115°F) and add a pinch of sugar to feed the yeast. Proof the yeast for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating its activation.
  • Use the right kind of flour: Bread flour or all-purpose flour works well for breadsticks. Bread flour contains more gluten, resulting in a chewier texture, while all-purpose flour produces a softer breadstick.
  • Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough develops the gluten, giving the breadsticks their structure and elasticity. Knead for at least 5-7 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: Find a warm spot in your kitchen, such as a turned-off oven with the light on, to let the dough rise. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
  • Shape the breadsticks evenly: Roll out the dough into a long, thin rectangle and cut it into even strips. This ensures uniform baking and consistent texture throughout the breadsticks.
  • Brush with olive oil before baking: Brushing the breadsticks with olive oil adds flavor and helps them brown beautifully in the oven.
  • Bake at a high temperature: Baking the breadsticks at a high temperature (400°F or 200°C) creates a crispy exterior while keeping the inside soft and tender.

Conclusion:

Homemade breadsticks are a delicious and versatile snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed on their own or served with various dips and sauces. By following these tips and using the provided recipes, you can create perfect breadsticks that are soft, chewy, and full of flavor. Experiment with different herbs, spices, and toppings to create unique variations that suit your taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner in the kitchen, making homemade breadsticks is a rewarding and enjoyable experience that will impress your friends and family.

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