Garlic Breadsticks

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These garlic breadsticks are drenched in roasted garlic butter and gooey cheese. Then, they’re baked to golden brown perfection. Made with my easy 2-ingredient dough, it doesn’t get simpler than this!

cheesy garlic breadsticks.

Whenever we have pizza or pasta in my house, it’s a safe bet we’ll have garlic breadsticks for the perfect side dish.

Honestly, who can resist a pile of crunchy, butter garlic bread sticks? I know I can’t! And since I made these homemade breadsticks with my magic 2-ingredient dough, they’re even more convenient and foolproof. 

Table of Contents
  1. Recipe highlights
  2. Ingredients needed
  3. How to make garlic breadsticks
  4. Recipe tips and variations
  5. Storage instructions
  6. Frequently asked questions
  7. More foolproof bread recipes to try
  8. Garlic Breadsticks (Recipe Card)

Recipe highlights

  • 2-ingredient dough. The base of this recipe is a simple dough made with self-rising flour and Greek yogurt. That means there’s no rising, kneading, or proofing required to get the perfect fluffy breadsticks.
  • Garlic goodness. Like with my garlic pizza, this recipe is for all you garlic lovers out there. You can add as much as your heart desires!
  • Made in 20 minutes. Most of that time is spent letting the breadsticks bake in the oven, so the prep time is minimal.
  • Versatile. I love making these breadsticks on pizza night, but they work equally well alongside creamy soups and stews

For more easy recipes using my 2-ingredient dough, check out my bagels, pretzels without yeast, and flatbread

garlic breadsticks.

Ingredients needed

These cheesy garlic breadsticks need just 5 ingredients to come together. Here is everything you will need:

  • Magic dough. To make this dough, you’ll need self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, which can be full-fat, low-fat, or nonfat. 
  • Butter. I used melted unsalted butter, but you could also use good-quality olive oil. 
  • Minced garlic. I highly recommend using fresh minced garlic over bottled garlic or garlic powder.
  • Shredded cheese. Use whatever shredded cheese or dairy-free cheese you’d like. For a more Italian flavor, I’d recommend a mix of mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheese.
  • Mixed herbs. I used an Italian herb blend with rosemary, basil, and oregano. 
  • Salt. To taste.

Find the printable recipe with measurements below.

How to make garlic breadsticks

Step 1- Prep work. Preheat the oven to 350F/180C and line a large baking tray or several small baking sheets with parchment paper. 

Step 2- Make the dough. Prepare the 2-ingredient magic dough as directed, then, on a lightly floured surface, shape it into a rough rectangular shape. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking tray. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the tops of the dough with butter or olive oil to cover the entire pizza dough completely.

Step 3- Top the bread. In a small mixing bowl, stir together the melted butter with minced garlic. With the pastry brush, brush the mixture all over the top of the dough, reserving half an inch from each side. Sprinkle with cheese and mixed herbs over the top. 

Step 4- Bake. Bake the breadsticks for 15-17 minutes or until golden around the edges and the cheese has melted. 

Step 5- Slice and serve. Remove the breadsticks from the oven and sprinkle with more Italian herbs and salt. Using a pizza cutter, slice the loaf into strips.

garlic breadstick recipe.

Recipe tips and variations

  • Use a stand mixer. This is optional, but sometimes, when I make the dough, I find using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment makes the process go more smoothly. 
  • Add more garlic. Actually, you can add as much garlic as you’d like, but for every extra tablespoon of garlic, add an extra teaspoon of butter or oil. 
  • Make them vegan. Make my magic dough with coconut Greek yogurt and use olive oil and plant-based cheese. You can also omit the cheese altogether if you prefer. 
  • Wrap in foil. If you notice the breadsticks are turning golden brown before the centers are fully cooked, lightly cover them with foil to prevent burning. 
  • Add plenty of flour to your work surface. Trust me, nothing is a bigger pain than cleaning up a sticky, doughy mess, so add plenty of flour to your surface and dough ball!
  • Serve with sauce. Like marinara sauce, pomodoro sauce, sugo, or hot honey sauce.

Storage instructions

To store: Store leftover garlic sticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. 

To freeze: Wrap cooled leftover bread sticks in foil or plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe container. Freeze them for up to 2 months. 

To reheat: Reheat the breadsticks in a preheated oven set to 350F for 8-10 minutes or in the air fryer set to 375 for 5-6 minutes. You can also microwave leftover breadsticks, but they won’t crisp up as nicely.

pizza dough breadsticks.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a storebought dough?

Yes, if you don’t want to make your own dough, you can use store-bought pizza dough instead. Just remember it has to be fresh, and you’ll still need to roll it out.

Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes, simply use gluten-free self-rising flour to make the dough, and these breadsticks will be gluten-free. 

More foolproof bread recipes to try

cheesy garlic breadsticks

Garlic Breadsticks

5 from 68 votes
These garlic breadsticks are drenched in roasted garlic butter and gooey cheese. Then, they’re baked to golden brown perfection. Made with my easy 2-ingredient dough, it doesn’t get simpler than this!
Servings: 20 breadsticks
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 20 minutes

Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Prepare the 2 ingredient magic dough as directed. Shape it into a rough, rectangular shape. Transfer the dough onto the lined pan. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the tops of the dough with either butter or olive oil to cover the entire pizza dough completely.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together your melted butter/olive oil with minced garlic. Re-using the pastry brush, brush the mixture all over the top of the dough, reserving half an inch from each side. Sprinkle with cheese over the top. Add some Italian mixed herbs on top.
  • Bake the cheesy garlic breadsticks for 15-17 minutes, or until golden around the edges and the cheese has melted.
  • Remove from the oven and sprinkle with more Italian herbs. Using a pizza cutter to slice into 'breadsticks'.

Nutrition

Serving: 1BreadstickCalories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSodium: 38mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 94IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mgNET CARBS: 5g
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman Liew
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Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. Thanks for sharing, Arman.
    We just baked this super easy no yeast garlic pizza bread with coconut yogurt and oat milk today.
    We love it. 😉

  2. 5 stars
    Arman, this is brilliant. I just made this recipe using gluten free self-rising flour and plain coconut yogurt and it’s fabulous. My kids have a million food allergies (only a mild hyperbole) and we always struggle to find a bread or flatbread that they can safely eat. Your recipe was delicious, quick, versatile, and we are all very happy people right now! THANK YOU for your creativity and for posting this! Wonderful!!

  3. GROßARTIG, vielen vielen DANK, ich freue mich riesig darauf!!!
    Ich lese schon viele Jahre deinen Blog und bin immer wieder aufs Neue Begeistert!
    Gruß,
    Jesse-Gabriel

  4. Bitte bitte stell doch deine genialen Rezepte wieder in Gramm ein, ich bin mir sicher das sich noch viele andere riesig darüber freuen würden!

    Grüße aus Berlin sendet,
    Jesse-Gabriel