Golden Garlic-Parmesan Breadsticks

Ingredients

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet instant yeast (approximately 2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water (approximately 110°F)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add the warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a rough dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes, until smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle with a little more flour as needed.

2. First Rise:
- Lightly grease a mixing bowl with olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

3. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

4. Shape the Breadsticks:
- Punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide the dough evenly into 12 pieces.
- Roll each piece into a rope approximately 8 inches long. Transfer the ropes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.

5. Prepare Garlic Butter:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and stir occasionally for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to brown the garlic.

6. Top and Bake:
- Brush each breadstick with the garlic-infused butter, reserving any leftover butter for later. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the breadsticks are golden brown and crisp.

7. Final Brush:
- Remove the breadsticks from the oven and immediately brush them with the remaining garlic butter for an extra burst of flavor.

Total Time

PT1H45M
1 hour and 45 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

breadsticks, garlic parmesan, homemade bread, yeast bread, baked snack, party appetizer, comfort food, easy bread recipe, savory, golden breadsticks

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

920 calories

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