Breadsticks

🥘 Ingredients

• active dry yeast
  2.25 tsp
• bread flour
  2.33 c
• dried parsley
  1 tsp
• garlic powder
  1/4 tsp
• garlic powder (optional)
  1/4 tsp
• grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• olive oil
  2 Tbsp
• salt
  1.25 tsp
• sugar
  1 pinch
• unsalted butter
  3 Tbsp
• warm water
  3/4 c

🍳 Cookware

• large bowl
• lightly greased bowl
• parchment-lined baking sheet

1. 1

   Combine warm water , active dry yeast , and a pinch of sugar in a large bowl . Let sit for 5 to ⏱️ 10 minutes until foamy.

   warm water: 3/4 c, active dry yeast: 2.25 tsp, sugar: 1 pinch
2. 2

   Stir in the remaining sugar (total 1.5 Tbsp), olive oil , salt , garlic powder (optional) , and 1 cup (125g) of bread flour until combined.

   olive oil: 2 Tbsp, salt: 1 tsp, garlic powder (optional): 1/4 tsp, bread flour: 1 c
3. 3

   Gradually add remaining bread flour until dough is tacky but manageable.

   bread flour: 1.33 c
4. 4

   Knead on a lightly floured surface for ⏱️ 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. 5

   Place dough in a lightly greased bowl , cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, 45 to ⏱️ 60 minutes .
6. 6

   Deflate dough, divide into 9 pieces, and form into 6-7” ropes.
7. 7

   Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet , cover, and let rise until increased by 50%, about ⏱️ 20 minutes .
8. 8

   Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
9. 9

   Bake for 10 to ⏱️ 13 minutes until light golden brown.
10. 10

    Whisk together melted unsalted butter , salt , garlic powder , and dried parsley for the topping.

    unsalted butter: 3 Tbsp, salt: 1/4 tsp, garlic powder: 1/4 tsp, dried parsley: 1 tsp
11. 11

    Brush topping over warm breadsticks and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese (optional) if desired.

    grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
12. 12

    Serve warm.