Two-Ingredient Breadsticks are made with two simple ingredients you probably already have in the kitchen! The versatile dough makes great pizza crust and is perfect for flatbreads, pretzel bites, calzones, and bagels. It’s Weight Watchers-friendly with 2 smart points per serving!
We’re always on the lookout for recipes that use as few ingredients as possible yet still turn out amazing. This dulce de leche ice cream is made with just two ingredients, yet it is rich, silky, and intensely caramel-flavored. These unbelievable peanut butter cookies are soft and chewy with only three ingredients.
Today, however, is all about two-ingredient breadsticks. Whether you’re a novice in baking, a seasoned baker just looking for a weeknight shortcut, or just craving something warm and comforting without the fuss, you’ll love this recipe for good reasons.
- TWO ingredients, one bowl, minimal clean-up.
- No yeast, no waiting for the dough to rise. It’s ready to bake once the ingredients are stirred together and shaped.
- Very versatile! In addition to delicious breadsticks, this two-ingredient bread dough makes a wonderful pizza crust for all your favorite toppings. You can also use it to make bagels, pretzel bites, cinnamon rolls, flatbreads, and focaccia.
- It’s Weight Watchers’ friendly. Less than 2 smart points per serving for plain breadsticks.
- Absolutely delicious! Soft and fluffy on the inside and slightly chewy on the outside.
Ingredient notes
Technically, this particular recipe has six ingredients. I am standing by my two-ingredient claim, though, because, really, the cheese, butter, garlic powder, and herbs are just optional add-ons to kick the flavor up a notch. The actual breadsticks, which are delicious as is, need only two staples to make. Just self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, and you’re in for a delicious baked treat!
How to Make Self-Rising Flour:
If self-rising flour isn’t something you always keep in the pantry, just follow the super-easy steps on how to make it at home.
- In a bowl, measure 1 cup of flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Whisk together until combined.
- Use in recipe as directed or store in an airtight container.
How to Make Two-Ingredient Breadsticks
- In a bowl, combine the flour and yogurt until a shaggy dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and no longer sticky, sprinkling with the remaining flour as needed.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a rope. Arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Stir the butter and seasonings, then brush the mixture on the breadsticks. Sprinkle with cheese and bake until golden.
What chemical wizardry makes these two things work together like a charm to make soft, chewy bread? From what I understand, the lactic acid in the yogurt reacts with the leavening agents in self-rising flour to help the dough rise nicely in the oven. It’s just a bunch of science stuff that means one thing: this is the easiest and simplest dough you can make!
Cook’s tip
If the dough feels too wet, add an extra tablespoon of flour. If it’s too dry, add a teaspoon of yogurt.
How to serve and store
- Serve them as a side dish alongside a hearty bowl of cheeseburger pasta or this pear and feta salad. You can also pair them with warm marinara or creamy alfredo for a tasty snack or appetizer.
- Transfer leftovers to an airtight container or a resealable bag, then refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- To restore freshness, wrap them in foil and reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F until warmed through. Do not microwave the bread, as it can turn rubbery.
Give this breadstick recipe a try and be pleasantly surprised. And please, come back and let me know what amazing ways you’ve used this two-ingredient dough!
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasonings
- 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine 1 cup of the self-rising flour and Greek yogurt. Stir together until well combined.
- Transfer dough onto a flat surface. Using remaining 1/4 cup flour, knead dough until smooth and no longer sticky.
- Divide dough into 8 portions. Roll each dough portion between the palm of your hands until it forms a thin log. Alternatively, roll dough into a rectangular shape and cut into 8 thin logs.
- Arrange each log in a single layer on a lightly greased baking pan.
- In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the butter, garlic powder and herbs. Brush dough liberally with butter mixture and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake in a 425 F oven for about 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from heat and immediately brush with the remaining butter. Serve with marinara sauce.
Notes
Nutrition Information
“This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.”
Janet says
Wow. These. Are amazing. Made them last week to go with sausage and peppers. They are so good. They are chewy with just a little crisp to the crust. I used parm cheese with some garlic powder for the topping along with the melted butter. Made 8 good sized breadsticks..the yogurt gives them a very slight tang almost like a sour dough bread. Hubby loved them. this is my new go to recipe for breadsticks.
Cherry says
I’m curious… Why are there six ingredients in a recipe that is called Two Ingredient Breadsticks?
Lalaine says
Hello, Cherry,
As I explained on the post, the other 4 ingredients are optional to add flavor. All you need to make the breadsticks are self-rising flour and Greek yogurt. 🙂
Mary says
Does it matter if you use low fat or regular Greek yogurt?
Lalaine says
I’ve never tried personally tried them but I think they’ll work.
Amy T says
Can you taste the yogurt? I strongly dislike yogurt especially even the smell of Greek yogurt but the low points and the fact I love bread has me considering these.
Lalaine says
No, there is no yogurt aftertaste. At least, that I can tell.
Shari says
What’s the weight watcher freestyle points for these
Lalaine says
Hello Shari,
I am sorry but I am not familiar with the weight watchers program so I won’t know how many points for these breadsticks. 🙁
Ginny says
The entire ball of dough is 12 points, so if you make 6 breadsticks or bagels, then they are 2 pints each. If you decide you want them bigger and only make 4 then they would be 3 points each. That’s for a PLAIN breadstick, without the butter or cheese.
Lalaine says
Thank you!
Ayesha Heart says
Oh my! One of my faves <3 I am so gonna surprise the family with this. Whoah! 2 ingredients only? I guess it's time to try this out.
Enricoh Alfonzo says
Bread sticks looks and sounds amazing. i so want to try this wow. Can smell the baking bread now mmmmm
Echo says
Wow! You had me at two ingredient and these look incredible! I can’t wait to give them a try!
Dawn McAlexander says
I have always loved bread sticks. I didn’t realize they were so super easy to make. Now that I have a recipe, I will make some!
Kathy says
Those bread sticks look amazing. My family loves to have bread sticks. I’m going to try making these to save on money. They sound like they’ll taste so good.
Lalaine says
Yes, they’re very cheap to make and you can easily customize them with whatever herbs or cheeses you have on hand. 🙂
Amanda Love says
Who knew that you can make breadsticks using only two ingredients, right? This is amazing and I like that it’s so easy to make. It’s the perfect after school snack!
Elizabeth O. says
Love these! I like making breadsticks because the kids love them especially when we have a pasta night! These look so good, especially with that marinara sauce.
Nicole Escat says
I want to make this breadstick, my son loves breadstick, My problem is, I can’t bake. Is this ok for frying?
Cori says
Wow! The simplicity of this recipe is deceiving. I honestly expected a sarcastic post of 2 ingredients: pre-made dough and seasoning. lol
Hannah Stein says
Oh my god these look SO good and shockingly easy to make– I always thought breadsticks would be incredibly difficult. I’ll definitely be giving these a try!