Light and fluffyBreadsticksmake the perfect addition to pasta night! They could not be easier to make, easy to cut, and bake. Serve your breadsticks plain or or top them with garlic butter!

on overhead shot of breadsticks wrapped in parchment paper being served alongside spaghetti and meatballs.

Breadsticks are such an easy side to add to any meal! Every time we make homemade pizza I like to whip together a batch of these delicious breadsticks since it doesn’t really take any extra time.

This is the same dough recipe that I use in myperfect pizzeria-style crust recipe. I seriously use this dough all of the time! The dough makes 2 large pizzas or 1 large pizza and about a dozen bread sticks. I normally double the recipe and make 2 pizzas, breadsticks, and cinnamon sticks.

a sheet pan lined with parchment paper containing unbaked breadstick dough.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

You can add flavor your breadsticks with a variety of toppings and seasonings.
These breadsticks are soft, chewy, and delicious!
They don’t require a lot of time or energy to make.

Recipe Ingredients

Water—Make sure it is warm.
Yeast—To give the breadsticks their rise and texture.
Sugar—Feeds the yeast.
Salt—Balances the flavor of your breadsticks
Olive Oil—Locks in the moisture of your breadsticks
Flour—All-purpose.

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

How to Make Breadsticks

Whisk together the water, yeast, sugar, salt, and olive oil in a large mixing bowl and let the mixture sit for a few minutes.
Slowly whisk in the flour until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
Knead the dough on a well-floured surface. Once kneaded, allow the dough to sit in a bowl covered with plastic wrap until it has about doubled in size.
Preheat the oven while the dough is rising.
Roll the dough out and use a pizza cutter or knife to slice the dough into a dozen sticks.
Bake the breadsticks until they begin to lightly brown.

Recipe FAQs

How do I know if my yeast is still good?

If your yeast has been around for a while then it is a good idea to make sure it is still good. Add 1/4 teaspoon of your yeast and a pinch of sugar to a bowl of warm water. Wait for 5 minutes. If the yeast is still active, you will see little bubbles along the top of the water and it will start to foam.

How can I add extra flavor to my breadsticks?

One of my favorite ways to add flavor to my breadsticks is to brush the tops with garlic butter before they go in the oven. You can also sprinkle them with freshly grated parmesan and Italian seasoning.

What can I pair with my breadsticks?

Let’s be honest, breadsticks can really hold their own without anything else! However, if you are looking for a more well-balanced meal then you can serve your breadsticks alongside your favorite meal. We like to pair our breadsticks with a homemade lasagna and Buffalo Chicken Pizza.

a pizza cutter being used to slice a sheet of breadstick dough into long strips on a floured counter.

Expert Tips

It is important to knead the bread until it’ssoft and tender.It shouldn’t be stickywhen you are done kneading it.
You can roll it out and cut it right on a baking mat or on parchment paperORyou can roll and cut the bread sticks out on your counter top and thentransfer each oneto a baking sheet.Both are great and easy options.
For some extra flavor,brush the tops of the hot breadsticks with butterwhen they come out of the oven and then sprinkles them with a little Parmesan cheese.
In addition to making breadsticks,you can use this dough to make deliciouspizzas.

a closeup shot of a bundle of breadsticks wrapped in parchment paper.

How to Store Your Breadsticks

If you have any leftover breadsticks then you can store them in an air-tight container at room temperature for a few days and in the fridge for up to a week. Alternatively, you can store them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Make sure you keep them in an airtight container to keep them fresh. When you are ready to enjoy your frozen breadsticks, simply let them thaw and then heat them up in the microwave.