Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Copycat Olive Garden Garlic Breadsticks

Soft, warm, and flavorful garlic breadsticks that are easy to make at home, perfect for pairing with pasta, soup, or as a snack.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 breadsticks 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup very warm water
  • 1 Tbsp instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3–1/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 Tbsp softened butter
  • 1 egg, lightly whisked
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp melted butter (before baking)
  • 3 Tbsp melted butter (garlic topping)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder (up to 1/4 tsp can be added)
  • 1/8 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

  1. In your mixing bowl, add the warm water, stir in the yeast, sprinkle the sugar on top, and let sit for 3 minutes.
  2. Add 3-1/4 cups flour, softened butter, egg, and salt, and stir to lightly combine.
  3. Using the dough hook, let the bread knead in your mixer for about 5 minutes. Add up to 1/4 cup of flour as needed, until it looks slightly sticky.
  4. Pull the dough into a ball, spray the bowl lightly with nonstick cooking spray, cover with saran wrap and a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour.
  5. Punch down the dough, dump it onto a lightly floured surface, knead a couple of times, and divide into 16 equal pieces.
  6. Roll each piece into 7-8 inch breadsticks and place on two baking sheets lined with silicone mats or parchment paper. Cover with a towel and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  7. Before baking, brush each breadstick with melted butter.
  8. Bake at 400°F for 11-12 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. When done, immediately brush with the garlic topping, sprinkle with extra oregano if desired, and transfer to cooling racks. Serve warm.

Notes

You can reheat breadsticks by wrapping them in foil and heating in a 325°F oven for about 5 minutes.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 breadstick
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: breadsticks, garlic, Italian, side dish, Olive Garden copycat