Description
Scrumptious garlic parmesan breadsticks deliver a flavor explosion straight from Italian kitchens. Cheesy, herbed dough creates crisp edges and buttery centers that invite eager appetites to savor each delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Dough Enhancers and Seasonings:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
Butter and Topping:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted, plus more for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare the yeast activation liquid by combining tepid water with yeast and sugar, allowing the mixture to become foamy and fragrant for approximately 5 minutes.
- Combine flour and salt in a spacious mixing vessel, then incorporate the activated yeast liquid and melted butter, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly dusted work surface and methodically knead for 5-7 minutes, developing a smooth and elastic texture.
- Relocate the dough to a lightly oiled container, drape with a moist cloth, and position in a draft-free warm environment to expand and double in volume, roughly 1 hour.
- Deflate the risen dough by gently pressing, then subdivide and roll into slender cylindrical shapes approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Arrange the formed dough cylinders on a greased baking surface, ensuring slight separation between each breadstick.
- Heat the oven to 375F (190C) while preparing a garlic-infused butter mixture to brush across the raw dough surfaces.
- Generously coat each unbaked breadstick with the garlic butter blend, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the breadsticks transform into a rich golden-brown color with crisp edges.
- Remove from oven and allow a brief cooling period before serving to allow the texture to settle and flavors to harmonize.
Notes
- Swap active dry yeast with instant yeast by reducing liquid slightly and skipping the activation step.
- Ensure water temperature is warm (100-110°F) to activate yeast properly without killing it.
- Add extra flavor by incorporating herbs like rosemary, thyme, or basil into the dough for gourmet variation.
- Transform breadsticks into gluten-free version by using a cup-for-cup gluten-free flour blend and adding xanthan gum for better texture.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg