Garlic Breadsticks with Marinara
	
		Soft, buttery garlic breadsticks served warm with a side of rich marinara sauce for dipping. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish to pasta dinners.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 1 hr 20 mins
 
							- Cook Time: 18 mins
 
							- Total Time: 1 hr 38 mins
 
							- Yield: 12 breadsticks 1x
 
							- Category: Appetizer
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: Italian-American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
 
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
 
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
 
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
 
- 1 teaspoon salt
 
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
 
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
 
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
 
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
 
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
 
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- In a small bowl, combine yeast, warm water, and sugar. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
 
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
 
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
 
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
 
- Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a breadstick shape.
 
- Place breadsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes.
 
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake breadsticks for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
 
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and garlic powder.
 
- Brush hot breadsticks with garlic butter mixture immediately after baking.
 
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- For extra cheesy flavor, sprinkle with grated Parmesan before baking.
 
- You can use store-bought pizza dough to save time.
 
- Best served warm but can be reheated in the oven.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
 
							- Calories: 150
 
							- Sugar: 2g
 
							- Sodium: 190mg
 
							- Fat: 5g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 2g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 22g
 
							- Fiber: 1g
 
							- Protein: 3g
 
							- Cholesterol: 8mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: garlic breadsticks, marinara dip, Italian appetizer, bread side, homemade breadsticks