Soft Bread Sticks Recipe

Name: Soft Bread Sticks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 envelope dry yeast; 1/2 c. very warm water; 2 Tbsp. honey; 1/2 c. butter, melted; 1/2 tsp. water; caraway or sesame seed or coarse salt; 1/2 c. boiling water; 1 egg; 2 to 2 1/2 c. whole wheat flour; 1 tsp. salt

Servings: persons

1
Sprinkle yeast over very warm water in a 1-cup measure.
2
Very warm water feels comfortably warm when dropped on wrist.
3
Stir in 1 teaspoon of the honey.
4
Let stand until bubbly, about 10 minutes. Mix butter, salt, boiling water and remaining honey in a large bowl, cool to lukewarm.
5
Beat egg in small cup, reserve 1 tablespoon for brushing sticks.
6
Stir remaining egg into butter mixture.
7
Stir in yeast until blended.
8
Add 2 cups of the flour; gradually stir in enough extra flour to make a soft dough.
9
Do not knead.
10
Divide dough into 12 equal parts.
11
Roll each on floured surface to make an even stick 12 inches long.
12
Place on greased cookie sheets about 2 inches apart.
13
Mix reserved egg with 1/2 teaspoon water, brush on sticks and sprinkle on seed or salt.
14
Let stand, uncovered, 30 minutes.
15
Bake at 425u00b0 for 15 minutes.
16
Remove to wire rack.
17
Serve warm.
18
For shorter sticks, divide dough into 24 parts.

709

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 envelope dry yeast, 1/2 c. very warm water, 2 Tbsp. honey, 1/2 c. butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Soft Bread Sticks 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Soft Bread Sticks

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