Description
These soft and savory Easy Sheet Pan Breadsticks are the perfect quick bread recipe for beginners. Buttery, cheesy, and full of flavor, they pair beautifully with soups, pastas, and salads, and are made with pantry staples in just over an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups warm water (105° – 115°F)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 3¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, salt, and yeast. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes until bubbly and foamy on top.
- Make the dough: Slowly add flour while mixing with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook or by hand. Mix until a loose dough ball forms. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle in a little more flour until it’s manageable but still soft.
- Let it rise: Cover the bowl with a clean towel and place in a warm spot. Allow the dough to rise for 30–45 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
- Prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour half of the melted butter onto the pan and spread it evenly.
- Shape the dough: Place the risen dough onto the center of the sheet pan. Using your hands, gently press the dough outward until it fills the entire pan in an even layer.
- Top and rest: Pour the remaining butter over the top of the dough. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning evenly over the surface. Let the dough rest on the pan for another 15–20 minutes to puff up slightly.
- Cut and bake: Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to score the dough into breadstick shapes. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use lukewarm water (not hot) to avoid killing the yeast.
- If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, add minced garlic to the melted butter before brushing it on.
- Swap Parmesan for asiago or romano for a twist in flavor.
- Use vegan butter and cheese for a dairy-free version.
- Breadsticks can be cut into squares or strips depending on your preference.
- Leftovers can be stored at room temperature for 3–5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 14 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breadstick
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 249mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 8mg