Perfect as a starter, snack, or side, these breadsticks are a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with marinara, ranch, or even a warm bowl of soup. Best of all, they’re quick to prepare and achieve their signature crispiness effortlessly in the air fryer.
A delight for garlic lovers and a treat that’s as easy to make as it is to devour! 🥖✨
Times:
- Preparation Time:
- Preparing the garlic butter: ~5 minutes
- Shaping breadsticks (if using dough): ~5 minutes
- Cooking Time:
- Air frying: 6–8 minutes
- Total Time:
- With pre-made breadsticks: ~10–12 minutes
- With dough: ~15–18 minutes
Ingredients:
- Breadsticks (store-bought or homemade dough) – 6 to 8 sticks
- Butter – 3 tablespoons, melted
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- Parsley – 1 teaspoon, finely chopped (optional)
- Grated Parmesan Cheese – 2 tablespoons (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
2. Prepare the Garlic Butter:
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic (or garlic powder) and parsley. Add a pinch of salt if the butter is unsalted.
3. Brush the Breadsticks:
- If using raw dough, shape it into breadsticks (about 6 inches long).
- Brush the breadsticks generously with the garlic butter mixture.
4. Air Fry the Breadsticks:
- Place the breadsticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Cook until golden and crispy.
5. Add Parmesan (Optional):
- If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the breadsticks immediately after air frying while they’re still hot.
6. Serve:
Serve warm with marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or any dip of your choice. Enjoy! 😋
Nutritional Intake (Per Breadstick):
- Calories: ~120 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~15g
- Protein: ~3g
- Fats: ~5g
- Saturated Fat: ~3g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Sodium: ~150mg (varies based on butter and added salt)
- Sugar: ~1g