6 Ingredient Italian Breadsticks

This easy 6 Ingredient Italian Breadsticks Recipe is delicious! It makes just 12 breadsticks, and you can freeze the leftovers and then pop a couple into the toaster oven later for the perfect accompaniment to your favorite meal.

Table of Contents

• Why I love this recipe
• Substitutions and additions
• How to make 6 Ingredient Breadsticks
  • For the breadsticks:
  • For the topping:
• Pro Tips
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Why I love this recipe

This breadstick recipe uses just 6 ingredients plus water and two kinds of salt. You can also make this breadstick dough vegan by using vegan butter instead of regular butter. These also taste great dipped in olive oil and herbs.

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Substitutions and additions

Make this breadstick dough vegan by using vegan butter instead of regular butter.

You can use all-purpose flour or wheat flour instead of bread flour.

​Perfect topping additions include sesame seeds, Parmesan cheese, or Italian seasoning. Sprinkle them on just before baking.

How to make 6 Ingredient Breadsticks

For the breadsticks:

Step 1 – Place parchment paper on two large baking sheets.

Step 2 – Add the barely warm water, yeast, sugar, 3 tablespoons of melted butter, and salt to the bowl of a stand mixer, then stir briefly.

Step 3 – Stir in 2 cups of flour into the yeast mixture and blend on low speed until well combined using the paddle attachment.

Step 4 – Switch to the dough hook attachment. Add 1 more cup of flour and let it knead for about 5 – 7 minutes.

Step 5 – Add some oil to the bowl, flipping the dough over once, to coat it.

Step 6 – Cover the bowl with a warm damp towel and set aside in a draft-free warm place to rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Step 7 – Punch down the dough and transfer to a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough by cutting it in half, then in half again.

Step 8 – Cut the 4 pieces into thirds to make 12 equal portions.

Step 9 – Using your hands, roll each piece of dough into 6-inch or 7-inch-long rolls and place them on the prepared baking pans.

Step 10 – For the second rise, cover them with warm damp kitchen tea towels (or plastic wrap) and allow them to rise for about 30 – 45 minutes.

Step 11 – Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 12 – Bake breadsticks on the center rack for about 15 minutes. Move the pan to the top rack for the last few minutes to get a golden brown crust.

For the topping:

Step 1 – In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of melted butter, garlic powder, coarse salt, and oregano.

Step 2 – Using a pastry brush, spread the garlic butter on the warm baked breadsticks and serve warm.

Pro Tips

Store leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 days.

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