Valentine Heart Breadsticks

Add a touch of whimsy to your Valentine's Day with these delightful Valentine Heart Breadsticks, the perfect blend of charm and flavor! Soft, golden-brown breadsticks are expertly shaped into hearts, making them an irresistible companion to a romantic dinner or a festive appetizer spread. Crafted with a simple yeast dough, these breadsticks are brushed with a rich garlic butter glaze, dusted with parsley, and optionally topped with savory Parmesan cheese. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of hands-on time, they bake up warm and fluffy in under 15 minutes. Whether you're dipping them in marinara or serving them alongside creamy soups, these heart-shaped breadsticks are a surefire way to make your loved ones smile. Perfect for Valentine's themes, romantic meals, or any time you want to add a little love to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 2

Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough begins to form.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a 10-inch rope.

Step 7

Shape each rope into a heart by folding the rope in half and twisting the ends together, then curve the top to form the heart shape. Place the hearts on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Cover the shaped breadsticks loosely with plastic wrap and let them rest for 10 minutes to slightly puff up.

Step 9

Bake the breadsticks in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

Step 10

While the breadsticks are baking, prepare the garlic butter by mixing the melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley together.

Step 11

When the breadsticks are still warm, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Step 12

Serve the Valentine Heart Breadsticks warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(575.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1668.3

Total Fat 58.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 72mg	0%
Sodium 2544.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 38.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 174.2mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 442.9mg	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: 31.5%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 59.2%