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Easy 1-Hour Olive Garden Copycat Breadsticks

A stack of freshly baked, golden brown copycat breadsticks topped with melted, slightly browned cheese.
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Make soft, fluffy, buttery breadsticks at home that taste just like the famous Olive Garden version. This recipe is quick and perfect for any dinner side.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let this mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
  2. Add the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for 45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Punch the dough down gently. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long, thin stick shape, about 8 to 10 inches long. Place the breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between them.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the breadsticks are lightly golden brown.
  8. While the breadsticks bake, prepare the topping: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  9. As soon as the breadsticks come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture.
  10. If using, immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the buttered breadsticks. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For cheesy breadsticks, sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the buttered breadsticks during the last minute of baking or immediately after they come out of the oven.
  • If you are short on time, you can use refrigerated biscuit dough, shape it into sticks, and proceed from step 5. This will reduce the total time significantly.
  • These breadsticks pair well with marinara sauce for dipping.

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