Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Breadstick Dough
- Warm water: Helps activate the yeast. It should feel warm, not hot.
- Granulated sugar: Feeds the yeast and helps the dough rise.
- Active dry yeast or instant yeast: Creates fluffy, soft breadsticks.
- All-purpose flour: Gives the breadsticks structure while keeping them tender.
- Salt: Adds flavor to the dough.
- Olive oil: Makes the dough soft and easier to shape.
For the Garlic Parmesan Topping
- Melted butter: Adds richness and helps the parmesan stick.
- Garlic powder: Gives the breadsticks their classic garlic flavor.
- Finely grated parmesan cheese: Creates the cheesy coating.
- Italian seasoning: Optional, but adds pizza-night flavor.
- Fresh parsley: Optional, for a bright finish.
For the Marinara Sauce
- Tomato sauce: The base of the dipping sauce.
- Olive oil: Adds richness and helps bloom the garlic.
- Garlic: Adds fresh savory flavor.
- Italian seasoning: Adds oregano, basil, and herb flavor.
- Sugar: Optional, but helps balance tomato acidity.
- Salt and black pepper: Bring the sauce together.
- Red pepper flakes: Optional for a little heat.
Best Dough Tip
Add flour slowly. The dough should be soft and slightly tacky, not dry or stiff. Softer dough makes fluffier breadsticks.
Best Marinara Tip
Let the sauce simmer while the breadsticks bake. Even 10 minutes of simmering helps the garlic and herbs taste richer.
