These Bread Machine Breadsticks are soft, fluffy, and so easy to make! The bread machine does most of the work, leaving you with homemade breadsticks that bake up golden brown and delicious. Perfect for serving with pasta, soups, or just about any family dinner!
Growing up, my mom was always making something yummy in her bread machine, from garlic bread and white sandwich bread to bread machine beer bread. Every Saturday, she’d make a cinnamon roll bread, and we’d wake up to the house smelling incredible!
When I got married, my mom passed her bread machine down to me, and I’ve been using it ever since! It’s about 25 years old and still going strong. Impressive, right?! Now that I have kids of my own, these homemade breadsticks are a family favorite! Sometimes I’ll brush them with melted butter and Parmesan for a flavor similar to Little Caesars Crazy Bread or Olive Garden breadsticks. So good!
If you love making homemade bread as much as I do, my Buttery Bread Machine Rolls are another family favorite, especially for holiday dinners!
Quick Look: Bread Machine Breadsticks
- Texture: Soft, fluffy, slightly chewy, and buttery with golden brown tops.
- Method: The bread machine handles the mixing, kneading, and first rise. Simply shape, rise briefly, and bake in the oven.
- Servings: Makes 12 homemade breadsticks.
- Flavor Options: Italian seasoning, garlic salt, Parmesan cheese, or sesame seeds.
- Perfect For: Pasta nights, soups, salads, holiday dinners, or dipping in marinara sauce.
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- Bread Flour: Gives the dough structure while creating that soft, slightly chewy texture. It's my preferred flour for this recipe and also works great in my Country White Bread.
- Active Dry Yeast: Helps the dough rise and creates that light, fluffy texture. Be sure your yeast is fresh for the best results.
- Butter: Adds richness and flavor, making the dough tender.
- Egg White: Combined with water to create a simple egg wash that helps the seasonings stick and gives the tops a nice golden finish.
- Seasonings: Italian seasoning, garlic salt, Parmesan cheese, parsley, or sesame seeds are all great options. Mix and match depending on what you’re serving!
How to Make Bread Machine Breadsticks
Step 1. Add the water, butter, sugar, salt, bread flour, and yeast to the bread machine pan in the order listed.
Step 2. Place the pan into the bread machine and select the dough setting (dough cycle). Allow the machine to complete the full cycle before removing the dough.
Step 3. Remove the dough from the bread machine and place it on a lightly floured surface. Divide into egg-sized pieces, then roll and stretch each piece into a 6-8-inch rope.
Step 4. Place the dough ropes on an ungreased baking sheet. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise for about 20 minutes.
Step 5. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and water. Brush over the dough, then sprinkle with your desired toppings, such as Italian seasoning, garlic salt, or Parmesan cheese.
Step 6. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and enjoy warm!
Helpful Tips
- Check your dough: If the dough seems too sticky when it comes out of the bread maker, add a light dusting of flour to your work surface. Avoid adding too much, which can make the finished bread sticks dense.
- Keep them even: Try to shape the dough into similar-sized ropes so everything bakes evenly.
- Watch the oven: Baking times can vary, so keep an eye on them toward the end. Remove once golden brown to avoid drying them out.
- Add a buttery finish: For extra flavor, brush the warm breadsticks with melted butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving. If you love buttery, garlicky bread, you’ll also love my Garlic Monkey Bread!
Storage & Reheating
- Room Temperature: Once completely cooled, store leftovers in an airtight container or resealable bag at room temperature for up to 2-3 days.
- Reheating: Warm in a 350°F oven for about 5-7 minutes, or microwave briefly until heated through. Brush with a little melted butter for extra flavor!
- Freezing: These freeze great! Once cooled, place in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and reheat before serving.
Bread Machine Breadsticks Recipe FAQs
Yes! All-purpose flour can work, although the texture may be slightly less chewy. I prefer using the flour listed in the recipe for the best results.
This can happen if too much flour is added, the yeast isn’t active, or the dough doesn’t rise properly. Be sure to measure your ingredients carefully and avoid adding extra flour unless needed.
You should be able to make the dough by hand or with a stand mixer, although I haven’t tested this version myself. Knead until smooth and elastic, then let rise until doubled before shaping and following the remaining instructions.
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Bread Machine Breadsticks
Equipment
Ingredients
Bread
- 1 ⅓ cup water
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 ½ tablespoon sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 cups bread flour
- 2 teaspoon active dry yeast
Topping
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
- Italian seasoning, garlic salt, Parmesan cheese, parsley, or sesame seeds, as desired
Instructions
- Add the water, butter, sugar, salt, bread flour, and yeast to the bread machine pan in the order listed.
- Place the pan into the bread machine and select the dough cycle. Allow the machine to complete the full cycle before removing the dough.
- Remove the dough from the bread machine and place it on a lightly floured surface. Divide into egg-sized pieces, then roll and stretch each piece into a 6-8-inch rope.
- Place the dough ropes on an ungreased baking sheet. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise for about 20 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and water. Brush over the dough, then sprinkle with your desired toppings.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and enjoy warm!
Notes
- Bread Machine: Use the dough cycle, not the regular baking cycle. Mine typically takes about 90 minutes, but times vary by machine.
- Shaping: Lightly flour your work surface if the dough is sticky, and keep the ropes similar in size for even baking.
- Toppings: Italian seasoning, garlic salt, Parmesan cheese, parsley, or sesame seeds are all delicious options. For extra flavor, brush with melted butter and Parmesan after baking!
- Storage: Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Freezing: These freeze great! Place cooled breadsticks in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and reheat before serving.
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