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David Murphy

Heart Shaped Breadsticks

Warm, garlicky, heart shaped breadsticks are a perfect homemade treat for Valentines, Christmas morning, or any time you want to make a special snack for your family. With a chewy crust and moist inside, you may need to make 2 batches to keep everyone satisfied!
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Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Recipes
Cuisine: Appetizer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 tsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 2/3 milk
  • 2 tsp dry yeast
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp sea salt
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp grated parmesan

Instructions
 

  1. Separate the egg white from the yolk. In a bowl, blend flour, warm milk, sugar, salt, dry yeast, egg white, and butter. Mix until ingredients form a soft dough.
  2. Cover the bowl and leave the dough in a warm place for 30 minutes.
  3. Divide the dough into small portions. Roll each piece of dough into a long rope about 1/2 inch thick and over 13 inches long. Create a heart shape with the dough.
  4. Place the heart-shaped breadsticks on a baking sheet . Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
  5. Mix the yolk with a spoonful of water and brush the hearts.
  6. Stir together salt, garlic powder, and parmesan. Sprinkle the mixture over the egg-washed pretzels.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Brush the finished breadsticks with melted butter and serve warm.

Notes

You can use lots of great toppings on top of your breadsticks to add extra flavor!

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