Elevate your snack game with these Dairy-Free Homemade Bread Sticks—soft, golden, and irresistibly flavored with garlic and Italian herbs. Perfect for those seeking a dairy-free alternative, this recipe uses simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and active dry yeast to create a delightfully fluffy bite every time. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a satisfyingly easy kneading process, these bread sticks are ideal for pairing with soups, salads, or dipping sauces like marinara or hummus. The finishing touch of kosher salt and a brush of olive oil gives them a professional bakery-style shine and a delicious savory crunch. Whether serving them as a party appetizer or a family dinner side, these bread sticks are sure to impress while keeping dietary needs in mind.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water (about 110°F or 43°C), sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir lightly and let sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Add the olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and dried Italian herbs to the yeast mixture and stir until well combined.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, about half a cup at a time, stirring with a wooden spoon until a dough begins to form. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic, adding more flour if necessary to prevent it from sticking.
Form the dough into a ball and place in a lightly oiled bowl, turning the dough to coat it in oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until the dough has doubled in size.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the risen dough to remove air bubbles and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a rope-shaped bread stick about 6-8 inches long. Place the bread sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Brush the bread sticks with the extra olive oil and sprinkle them lightly with kosher salt.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bread sticks are golden brown and baked through.
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving warm. Enjoy!
Calories |
1542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3476 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.8 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 494 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.