This easy homemade breadstick recipe is done in less than an hour! They’re soft, flavorful and have a delicious buttery parmesan topping. Perfect for beginners!

Easy homemade breadsticks on a white plate.

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Why I Love These Easy Homemade Breadsticks

  • Quick and easy. In under an hour with a few pantry ingredients and a fast rise time, these homemade breadsticks are great with Italian recipes and just about any meal!
  • Soft and flavorful. These garlic butter topped homemade breadsticks are so light and fluffy. They rival a Olive Garden breadstick any day!
  • Versatile. This breadstick recipe pairs perfectly as a side with pizza, soups and salads or serve them as a snack with pizza sauce or cheese sauce.

Recipe Ingredients

Flour, water, yeast, oil, sugar, butter, Parmesan cheese, water and seasonings on the counter.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Warm water: The water temperature is key. If it’s too hot, it will kill the yeast. I like to keep it around 105°F.
  • Active dry yeast: Make sure you are using fresh yeast in your homemade breadsticks.
  • Granulated sugar: This is necessary to help the yeast rise and adds a little sweetness.
  • Salt: Another important component that helps dough proof and brings out the flavor.
  • Extra-virgin olive oil: This makes the dough extra smooth and adds a great flavor.
  • All-purpose flour: This all-around flour gives the homemade breadsticks structure.
  • Butter: I like to use salted for the extra flavor it adds to the topping.
  • Parmesan cheese: Use grated so it adheres to the breadsticks better
  • Seasonings: Garlic powder, parsley and Italian seasoning give these breadsticks a nice boost of flavor.

How to Make Breadsticks

It takes just 45 minutes to make this delightful and delicious homemade breadstick recipe. A pizza cutter is great to have on hand to easily cut the dough into strips.

Showing how to make breadsticks in a 6 step collage.
  1. Proof the yeast. Mix water, yeast and sugar together in small bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit until it begins to foam, about 5 minutes.
  2. Knead and let rise. In a separate large bowl, combine 1 cup flour and salt. Stir in yeast mixture and oil and start to knead by hand (or use a dough hook). Add 1/2 cup flour at a time until dough is smooth, but not sticky. Cover with plastic wrap and let dough rise for 15 minutes.
  3. Roll the dough. Lightly flour the counter (or breadboard) and roll dough out into rectangle shape. Cut into 16 pieces with a pizza cutter. Leave long or twist the ends, then place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  4. Season. Melt 4 Tablespoons butter, then stir in garlic powder, Italian seasoning, parsley flakes and Parmesan cheese. Brush on the garlic butter topping.
  5. Bake in oven. Bake at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes, or until bottoms are lightly browned. When they come out of the oven, brush any leftover butter on top.
Breadstick recipe on white plate with bowls of marinara and pesto on the counter.

What to Serve with Homemade Breadsticks

  • Soup: These homemade breadsticks pair perfectly with a warm bowl of soup! I love to dip them in lasagna soup.
  • Salad: Some of my favorite restaurants serve a warm breadstick or roll with their salad entrees. It’s a great addition to my Mediterranean salad.
  • Italian dishes: Serving homemade breadsticks alongside classic Italian dishes is a no-brainer! Pair with fettuccini Alfredo, spaghetti bolognese or chicken marsala.
  • Pizza: We love to make this easy pizza dough with my breadstick recipe on pizza night. So much better when it’s from scratch!
  • Sauce: Acouple of delicious sauces we love for dipping are pizza sauce and ranch.
Homemade breadsticks stacked on a wood cutting board.

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Breadsticks stacked on a wooden board.

Breadsticks Recipe

4.99 from 62 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Rise Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 16
This easy homemade breadstick recipe is done in less than an hour! They're soft, flavorful and have a delicious Parmesan butter topping. Perfect for beginners!
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Ingredients 

  • 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F)
  • 1 Tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3-3 ½ cups all-purpose flour , divided, plus more for rolling
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup salted butter , melted
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon parsley flakes
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Activate yeast. In a small bowl, stir the 1 1/2 cups water, 1 Tablespoon yeast, and 2 Tablespoons sugar until just combined. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit 5 minutes, or until it begins to foam.
  • In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine 1 cup flour and salt. Stir in yeast mixture and 1 Tablespoon olive oil and begin to knead. Add 1/2 cup flour at a time until the dough is smooth, but not sticky. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise 15 minutes. 
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  • On a lightly-floured counter or breadboard, roll dough out into a rectangle about 10×14". Use a pizza cutter to cut into 16 pieces. Leave long or twist the ends and then place the breadsticks on baking sheets. 
  • In a small bowl, stir together 1/4 cup butter, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes, and 1 1/2 Tablespoons Parmesan. Brush over the tops of the breadsticks. 
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bottom of the breadsticks are lightly browned. Brush any leftover butter over the top when they come out of the oven.

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Notes

Storage: Wrap homemade breadsticks in foil or place in a zip-top bag. Just make sure they’ve cooled completely prior to storing. They will keep for about 3 to 5 days stored at room temperature.
Freeze: I recommend wrapping homemade breadsticks individually in foil, then placing in a zip-top freezer bag. The breadsticks will last in the freezer up to 3 months. To reheat, simply bake in the oven until warm. Alternatively, you can microwave for a few seconds until warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 178mg, Potassium: 36mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 94IU, Vitamin C: 0.01mg, Calcium: 11mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

Make Ahead, Storing and Freezing Tips

  • Store: Simply wrap in foil or place in a zip-top bag. Just make sure the homemade breadsticks have cooled completely prior to storing. They will keep for about 3 to 5 days stored at room temperature.
  • Freeze: I recommend wrapping them individually in foil, then placing in a zip-top freezer bag. The homemade breadsticks will last in the freezer for about 2 to 3 months. To reheat, simply bake in oven until warm. Alternatively you can microwave for a few seconds until warm.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use instant yeast instead of active dry yeast to make homemade breadsticks?

You can, but I prefer the active dry yeast for this recipe. If using instant, simply add it in with the other ingredients without proofing the yeast first.

What type of bread are breadsticks made of?

Most recipes call for a basic bread recipe which consists of flour, yeast and salt. You can also use pizza dough to make breadsticks.

Can I make a sweet version of these homemade breadsticks?

Absolutely! Omit the savory seasonings and brush with melted butter and sprinkle the homemade breadsticks with sugar and cinnamon after they bake.

Can I use unsalted butter in this homemade breadstick recipe?

Of course! I would just suggest adding 1/2 teaspoon salt to the seasoning mixture.