Easy Soft Breadsticks Recipe

These incredibly soft and buttery breadsticks are the perfect accompaniment to your favorite soups, salads, or pasta dishes! Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe yields 12 golden-brown, sesame-seed-sprinkled breadsticks that are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to experience breadstick perfection!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 26 mins
Calories 1162.6 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.1 (38 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Soft Breadsticks

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) melted butter
  • Sesame seeds, to taste

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How to Make Easy Soft Breadsticks

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Gradually add 1 cup warm milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 4-5 times until smooth.
  5. Roll the dough into a 10-inch by 5-inch rectangle.
  6. Cut the rectangle into 12 equal strips.
  7. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a 13x9 inch baking dish.
  8. Dip each breadstick into the melted butter to coat.
  9. Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
  10. Arrange breadsticks in the prepared baking dish.
  11. Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

87 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

131g

Carbs

54g

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