Olive Garden Breadsticks (Family-Friendly Healthier Version)
⏱️ 2 hours (including rise time)👥 12 breadsticks servings❤️ Taste: 9/10
Nutrition Facts
Calories
170
Protein
5g
Carbs
28g
Fiber
4g
Health Benefits
Gut Health7/10
Anti-Inflammatory7/10
Blood Sugar Control7/10
Ingredients
- •• 3 cups white whole wheat flour (instead of all-purpose)
- •• 1 packet active dry yeast
- •• 1 cup warm water
- •• 2 tbsp olive oil (instead of vegetable oil)
- •• 1 tbsp honey (instead of sugar)
- •• 1 tsp sea salt
- •• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- •For topping:
- •• 2 tbsp melted grass-fed butter (instead of margarine)
- •• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- •• 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- 11. Combine warm water, yeast, and honey. Let stand 5 minutes
- 22. Mix in olive oil, flour, salt, and garlic powder
- 33. Knead 8-10 minutes until smooth
- 44. Rise 1 hour in warm place
- 55. Shape into 12 breadsticks
- 66. Rise 30 minutes more
- 77. Bake 350°F for 12-15 minutes
- 88. Brush with butter mixture while hot
Smart Substitutions
• All-purpose flour→White whole wheat flour
More fiber, nutrients, steady energy
💡 25% lower
• Vegetable oil→Olive oil
Heart-healthy fats, better flavor
💡 Similar
• Sugar→Honey
Natural sweetener, trace minerals
💡 15% lower