Twisted Herbed Asiago Parmesan Breadstick Twirls on Skewers
Spiral-wrapped herb and cheese breadsticks that twist around wooden skewers, creating an impressive presentation perfect for parties or family dinners. The tender yeast dough incorporates Asiago and Parmesan directly into the bread, while a garlic-rosemary butter glaze adds extra richness. The unique skewer method allows for even baking and easy serving, making these twirls both a conversation starter and crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoon cake yeastinstant dry yeast2/3 ratiodietary
reduce liquid slightly if using dry yeast
- 2 ½ teaspoon dry instant yeast(optional)
- 2 tablespoon sugar
- 1 ¾ cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon rosemary
- ½ cup Asiago cheese, pulsed to small pebblesGruyere or sharp cheddar1:1dietary
similar melting and flavor profile
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, pulsed to small pebbles
- 3 ½ cup bread flour
- ¾ cup butter, melted
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
- 10 12-inch skewers, soaked for 15 minutes
- olive oil, for coating
Instructions
- 1
Combine yeast, sugar, and warm water in stand mixer bowl and let sit until foamy
- 2
Fit mixer with paddle attachment
- 3
Add flour and mix until shaggy
- 4
Add oil, garlic salt, thyme, rosemary, Asiago and Parmesan crumbles
- 5
Mix on low until combined, then medium for 5-7 minutes until dough is soft and stretchy, adding remaining water by tablespoons if needed
- 6
Place dough in large oiled bowl, turning to coat
- 7
Cover and let rise until doubled
- 8
Divide dough into 10 equal parts
- 9
Roll each part into 14-16 inch rope with lightly floured hands
- 10
Wrap dough around skewer starting 1 inch from bottom, spiraling to top leaving 1 inch space from tip
- 11
Spray pans and hang skewers over edges of pans
- 12
Spray with oil and cover loosely with plastic wrap
- 13
Let rise until doubled again
- 14
Preheat oven to 375F
- 15
Mix melted butter with garlic powder, rosemary and Parmesan
- 16
Brush bread twirls on all sides with butter mixture
- 17
Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown
- 18
Remove and immediately brush with remaining herbed butter
Tips
Soak wooden skewers for 15 minutes before using to prevent burning during baking.
Use minimal flour when rolling ropes or the dough will be difficult to shape and won't stick to itself.
Hang skewers over pan edges so twirls bake evenly on all sides without touching the pan bottom.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
Shape twirls and refrigerate overnight, then bring to room temperature and rise before baking.
Serve warm immediately after baking for best texture and flavor.
Common Mistakes
Use minimal flour when rolling to avoid slippery dough that won't stick to itself.
Don't skip soaking skewers to avoid burning during baking.
Avoid over-proofing the second rise to prevent collapse during baking.
Substitutions
reduce liquid slightly if using dry yeast
similar melting and flavor profile
FAQ
Can I make these without skewers?
Yes, shape into regular breadstick twists and place directly on baking sheets, reducing bake time to 12-15 minutes.
What if my dough is too sticky to handle?
Add flour gradually by tablespoons until manageable, but avoid adding too much or breadsticks will be dense.
How long do these keep fresh?
Best eaten same day, but store covered for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.