Best 4 Herbed Breadsticks Recipes

Homemade Herbed Breadsticks are an easy make-ahead appetizer or side dish perfect for entertaining or a quick snack. These breadsticks are soft and fluffy with a crispy exterior and tons of fresh herbs baked right in. They are also incredibly versatile and can be dressed up or down to fit any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious batch of these irresistible herbed breadsticks that are sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HERBED SOFT BREADSTICKS

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Be prepared to refill the basket when you put out these irresistibly chewy breadsticks, recommends Laneta Culp from Cazenovia, Wisconsin. "They were very popular at the bakery I once worked for."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 32 breadsticks.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
2-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon each dried oregano, marjoram and thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt-free Italian herb seasoning

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, egg, oil, sugar, salt, oregano, marjoram, thyme, garlic powder and 3 cups flour. Beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 16-in. x 12-in. rectangle. Cut into 6-in. x 1-in. strips. Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Brush with egg; sprinkle with herb seasoning. Bake at 400° for 9-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HERBED PARMESAN BREADSTICKS

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Parmesan and a blend of seasonings flavor every bite of these cornmeal breadsticks that were developed in our Test Kitchen. The dough is easy to roll out and cut into strips.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 20 breadsticks.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1-1/3 cups milk
1/2 cup butter, cubed
4 eggs
1-1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
Melted butter and additional Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, cornmeal, yeast, garlic salt, Italian seasoning and onion powder. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add eggs; beat until smooth. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Do not knead (dough will be sticky). Cover and let rest for 15 minutes., Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 10-in. square. Cut into 1-in. strips. Place 2-in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes., Bake at 375° for 13-15 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter; sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 351mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

HERBED BREADSTICKS

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Growing up, my children loved Italian food. Now my grandchildren are enjoying these breadsticks as special treats. -Jeanne Collevechio, Ft. Pierce, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 breadsticks.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3/4 to 1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 egg
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Additional butter, melted, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour, cornmeal, yeast, garlic salt, basil and oregano. In a saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add egg; beat until smooth. Stir in cheese and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (do not knead). Cover and let rest for 15 minutes., Divide dough into six pieces; roll each piece into a 7-in. rope. Place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with butter if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BUMPY HERBED BREADSTICKS

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Fragrant fresh herbs and flavor-packed sesame seed make for hearty breadsticks unlike any others you've tried.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 2h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package regular or quick active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves, if desired
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 to 1 cups Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
Cornmeal
1 egg white
2 tablespoons cold water
Sesame seed

Steps:

Dissolve yeast in warm water in large bowl. Stir in all-purpose flour, basil, tarragon, oil and salt. Stir in enough whole wheat flour to make dough easy to handle (dough will be soft).
Turn dough onto surface lightly sprinkled with whole wheat flour. Knead about 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place dough in greased bowl; turn greased side up. Cover and let rise in warm place 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until double. (Dough is ready if indentation remains when touched.)
Grease 2 cookie sheets; sprinkle with cornmeal. Punch down dough. Divide into 24 equal parts. Roll and shape each part into rope, about 8 inches long, sprinkled with whole wheat flour if dough is too sticky. Place on cookie sheet. Cover and let rise in warm place 30 to 40 minutes or until double.
Heat oven to 400°F. Mix egg white and cold water; brush on breadsticks. Sprinkle with sesame seed. Bake about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheets. Serve warm or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 100 mg

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Be sure to measure your ingredients accurately.
Don't overwork the dough, or the breadsticks will be tough.
Allow the dough to rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size.
Bake the breadsticks in a preheated oven until they are golden brown.
Serve the breadsticks warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Herbed breadsticks are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties and potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a side dish with soup or salad. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of herbed breadsticks that are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these herbed breadsticks a try.