Chewy Sourdough Breadsticks Recipe

Name: Chewy Sourdough Breadsticks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup water; 1 (6-ounce) carton (3/4 cup) plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 1 Land O Lakes Egg (white only), slightly beaten; Sesame seed or poppy seed, if desired; Grated Parmesan cheese, if desired; Coarse salt, if desired

Bake this irresistible Chewy Sourdough Breadsticks at home. Made with flour, sugar, active dry yeast and salt. Easy step-by-step instructions included.

This Chewy Sourdough Breadsticks relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as sugar, salt, water and land o lakes butter. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 492 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1 (6-ounce) carton (3/4 cup) plain yogurt
2 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 Land O Lakes Egg (white only), slightly beaten
Sesame seed or poppy seed, if desired
Grated Parmesan cheese, if desired
Coarse salt, if desired

1
Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt in bowl.
2
Set aside.
3
Combine water, yogurt and butter in 1-quart saucepan.
4
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 2-4 minutes or until mixture reaches 120F to 130F.
5
(Butter may not melt completely.)
6
Add warm yogurt mixture and vinegar to flour mixture.
7
Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until smooth.
8
Stir in enough remaining flour to make dough easy to handle.
9
Turn dough onto lightly floured surface; knead 3-5 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
10
Invert bowl over dough; let rise in warm place 30-60 minutes or until almost double in size.
11
Divide dough in half; roll each half into 10x8-inch rectangle.
12
Cut each into 8 (1-inch wide) strips.
13
Stretch each strip to about 12 inches long.
14
Fold strip in half; twist several times.
15
Pinch ends to seal.
16
Place onto greased baking sheet.
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Cover loosely with plastic food wrap; let rise in warm place 15-20 minutes or until double in size.
18
Heat oven to 375F.
19
Brush breadsticks with beaten egg white.
20
Sprinkle with desired topping.
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Bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
22
Serve warm or cool.
23
Variation:
24
Sourdough Baguette: Prepare dough as directed.
25
Shape each half into 14x8-inch rectangle.
26
Roll up tightly, jelly-roll fashion, starting with 14-inch side.
27
Pinch sides and ends to seal.
28
Place seam-side down onto greased baking sheet.
29
Cover; let rise in warm place 45-60 minutes or until double in size.
30
Heat oven to 375F.
31
Make several diagonal cuts with sharp knife about 1/2-inch deep on top of loaves.
32
Brush tops with cold water.
33
Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
34
For a crisper crust, brush tops of loaves one or two times with cold water during last 10-15 minutes of baking.
35
2 loaves

492

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Chewy Sourdough Breadsticks falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
492 kcal
Category
General

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