Pizza Hut or Olive Garden Breadsticks

Recreate your favorite restaurant experience at home with these irresistibly soft and flavorful Pizza Hut or Olive Garden-style breadsticks. This foolproof recipe combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of sugar to create perfectly fluffy, golden breadsticks with a hint of sweetness. Brushed with melted butter infused with garlic powder and a sprinkle of dried parsley, these breadsticks deliver the ultimate savory aroma and restaurant-quality taste. Ready in just over an hour, these homemade breadsticks are a perfect side for pasta, soup, or salad—or simply dip them into marinara sauce for a comforting snack. Whether you're planning a cozy family dinner or hosting guests, these classic breadsticks are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 2

Add salt, melted butter, and 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the remaining flour, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 7

Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a breadstick shape, about 6-7 inches long.

Step 8

Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Cover with a towel and let rise for an additional 20 minutes.

Step 9

Bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown on top.

Step 10

While the breadsticks bake, melt the additional butter and mix it with garlic powder and dried parsley.

Step 11

Brush the hot breadsticks generously with the garlic-butter mixture as soon as they come out of the oven.

Step 12

Let the breadsticks cool slightly, then serve warm with marinara sauce or alongside your favorite meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(772.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2170.6

Total Fat 62.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 156.3mg	0%
Sodium 2378.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 27.4IU	0%
Calcium 83.9mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 638.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.1%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 65.1%