Breadstick Bones Recipe

Amethyst · October 5, 2025, 3:00pm

Breadstick Bones Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 16

Ingredients:

Breadsticks:

1 cup + 2 tablespoons warm water
1 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons canola oil
3-3¼ cups flour
Topping:

2 tablespoons butter, melted
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

For Serving:

Marinara Sauce

Directions:

In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water. Let sit until foamy and bubbly.
Add the salt, oil, and two cups of flour, and mix to combine. Add the remaining flour, ¼ cup at a time, to form a soft dough that pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Knead until smooth, then place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for one hour.
After the dough has risen, gently punch it down and divide it into 16 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a 12-inch rope, then cut a 2-3-inch slit on each side of the rope. Roll the dough on either side of the slit into a spiral, in opposite directions, to make a bone shape.
Place the breadsticks on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes to an hour, until doubled in size.
During the last 10 minutes of rise time, preheat the oven to 425℉. Bake 12-14 minutes, until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and brush with the melted butter, then sprinkle with garlic salt and Parmesan. Serve warm.

Notes:

Kneading Tips:

This is another crucial step in creating the best texture. Kneading will help strengthen the gluten strands within the dough, which helps create a soft, chewy texture. Whether you knead by hand or use a dough hook & stand mixer, properly kneading the dough can take several minutes.

Be aware that over-kneading typically happens when using a stand mixer, since your hands will most likely tire out before the dough is over-kneaded. So what should you look for in a perfectly kneaded dough?

The dough should be smooth and no longer sticky, but more tacky.

Test it and poke the dough with your finger. If the indent fills in rather quickly, then your dough is ready. If the indent remains or fills in slowly, continue kneading.

Pinch off a piece of the dough and roll it into a ball. Hold it with two fingers in the air for 2-3 seconds and keep the ball shape. If it immediately begins to flop down, keep kneading.

Storing Tips:

Freeze unbaked breadstick dough. Follow the recipe as written in steps 1-4. Do not let the dough rise a second time. Instead, place the shaped bones on a baking sheet and place the tray in the freezer. Once the dough is solid, you can store them together in a freezer Ziploc.

To bake: Remove the desired number of breadsticks and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spray a piece of plastic wrap with cooking spray and cover the breadstick, sprayed side down. Allow the breadsticks to thaw and rise. This will take several hours. Bake according to the recipe.

Store baked breadsticks. Once the bone-shaped breadsticks have been baked and cooled, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days or in the freezer for about 2 months.

Reheat: A quick way to reheat the breadsticks is in the microwave. To reheat in the oven, preheat it to 350°F and heat them for about 7 minutes, or until warm. Add an extra brush of butter and garlic salt to revive the flavor.

Recipe FAQ:

How long should I knead the dough for breadstick bones?

Kneading the dough to make breadsticks can take several minutes, even when using a dough hook and an electric mixer. The dough should be smooth and tacky. When poked with a finger, it should be slow to fill in the indentation, and when you roll a piece of dough into a ball, it should hold its shape for 2-3 seconds.

How can I make the breadstick bones dough rise faster?

To get the best texture, let the dough rise until doubled, and then allow the shaped bones to proof again. To speed up the process, place the dough in a warmer environment.

How long can baked breadstick bones last?

Once you have baked and let the breadsticks cool, they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 4-5 days or in the freezer for about 2 months. See above for steps on how to freeze the dough.

Nutritional Facts:

Recipe courtesy of Lil Luna.com