Sun-Dried Tomatoes Soft Breadsticks

These Sun-Dried Tomato Soft Breadsticks make a great appetizer or snack! They are incredibly soft and fluffy, with a slight crisp on the outside.

Baking bread is one of my ultimate favorite things to make. I find working with dough so rewarding, and these breadsticks are no exception. With just a few ingredients and a bit of patience while the dough rests, you can make these incredible sun-dried tomato soft breadsticks at home.

When I made them, as soon as they came out of the oven it was so hard to resist. The smell and aroma of freshly baked bread are simply irresistible, and the addition of sun-dried tomatoes makes them even more delicious. For me, nothing beats the wonderful smell of freshly baked homemade bread.

How to make these Sun-Dried Tomatoes Soft Breadsticks

In a large bowl, add the lukewarm water, sugar, and yeast. Mix well and set aside for a couple of minutes. Add the flour, olive oil, salt, and herbs to the yeast mixture and combine until you get a uniform dough, it should be sticky, so do not add any extra flour. Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rest for 15 minutes. Add the chopped sun-dried tomato pieces and gently fold the dough until they are evenly distributed. Cover again and let it rest for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the dough doubles in size.

Line a large baking tray with parchment paper and lightly dust it with flour, then set it aside. Once the dough has doubled in size, transfer it to a well-floured surface and generously flour your hands. Without punching down the dough, gently flatten it to form a large rectangle and cut it into 12 equal long strips. Place the strips on the prepared tray, leaving enough space between each one. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Drizzle some olive oil over the rested strips and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the breadsticks turn a nice golden brown.

FAQs

Should I add more flour if my dough is wet and sticky?

No! This is essential. The dough will get easier to work with once you let it rest. It’s important to incorporate all the flour however do not add more than listed. If you add more, these breadsticks won’t have the same softness and fluffiness.

Can I add other toppings instead of the sun-dried tomatoes?

Of course! Sun-dried tomatoes are just one sample of toppings you can use. You can either leave them plain or add any other toppings you prefer. However, be careful when adding wet ingredients as these might change the consistency of the breads! Some of my other favourite toppings are olives, onions, garlic, nuts, dried cheese and dried fruits!

Can I let my dough rise overnight?

Yes! If you don’t want to do these breadsticks on the same day, you can skip the 1 hour 30 minutes rest by placing the dough in a sealed bowl in the fridge. You can leave it for up to 16 hours in the fridge! Once prepared to bake, take the dough out and instead of 30 minutes, I would recommend to leave the strips to rest for an hour so that the dough isn’t too cold before baking.