Sweet Sage Homestead

These homemade breadsticks have become one of our favorite comfort foods. They’re soft, buttery, garlicky, and surprisingly simple to make. I love making these when we want something homemade without spending all day in the kitchen, and they pair perfectly with pasta night or soup.

Ingredients

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra if needed)
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1½ teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

For the topping:

• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder (or more if you love garlic)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for about 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms, then knead until smooth. If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour one tablespoon at a time.
3. Cover with a tea towel and let rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled.
4. Divide and shape into breadsticks, placing them on a lined or greased baking sheet.
5. Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
6. Mix melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning together. Brush generously over warm breadsticks.

Recipe Notes

• I sometimes add a splash of milk to the dough for softer breadsticks.
• Best served warm with pasta, soup, or marinara sauce.
• These disappear quickly in our house, so I usually wish I made extra.