Sugar-Free Olive Garden Breadsticks

Indulge in the irresistible charm of these homemade Sugar-Free Olive Garden Breadsticks, a healthier take on the classic restaurant favorite. Featuring light, fluffy dough made from scratch and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a buttery finish, these breadsticks are a guilt-free delight. With no added sugar and a straightforward recipe that includes pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and instant yeast, they come together easily in under two hours, including rising time. Perfectly golden and brushed with melted butter, they’re ideal for pairing with soups, salads, or Italian mains. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply elevating a weeknight meal, these warm, pillowy breadsticks are guaranteed to steal the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt for topping
• 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and instant yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.

Step 2

Add olive oil, 1.5 teaspoons of salt, and garlic powder to the yeast mixture. Mix well.

Step 3

Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, stirring continuously. Once the dough starts pulling away from the sides of the bowl, transfer it to a lightly floured surface.

Step 4

Knead the dough for about 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add more flour if necessary to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal parts. Roll each portion into a 6-7 inch breadstick.

Step 8

Arrange the breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 9

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe dish.

Step 10

Brush each breadstick generously with the melted butter and sprinkle with a mixture of the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt and Italian seasoning.

Step 11

Bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for about 12 to 15 minutes or until they are golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and brush with any remaining melted butter. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(778.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2342.1

Total Fat 94.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 4659.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 324.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 0.9g
Protein 47.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.1mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 554.4mg	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: 36.3%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 55.6%