Slim Jim Breadsticks are a clever and savory twist on traditional breadsticks, made using hot dog buns or frankfurter rolls sliced into strips, then brushed with butter and rolled in flavorful toppings. This recipe transforms simple bread into a party snack or quick appetizer. Its beauty lies in its customizability, herbs, seeds, or cheese can be used depending on what’s on hand, making it both a nostalgic and practical recipe.
Ingredients
- 6 hot dog buns ( or frankfurter rolls)
- 2 tbsp butter (softened)
- 1 tbsp parsley (minced )
- 1 tbsp chives (minced, optional)
- 1 tsp poppy seeds (optional)
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Bread
- Quarter the frankfurter rolls lengthwise to create slim sticks.
Step 2: Butter the Sticks
- Grease all sides of the breadsticks with softened butter or margarine.
Step 3: Coat with Toppings
- Roll each stick in your choice of toppings, minced parsley, chives, poppy seeds, or grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 4: Bake
- Place the coated sticks on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 5–10 minutes or until golden and crisp.
Tips
- Brush with garlic butter for an aromatic twist.
- Add shredded mozzarella for a cheesy breadstick option.
- Substitute margarine with olive oil for a lighter flavor.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning for a more herb-forward result.
- Use everything-bagel seasoning instead of herbs or Parmesan.
- Serve with warm marinara for dipping.
- Toast longer for extra-crispy bread sticks.
- Use whole-wheat rolls for added fiber.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
- Finish with fresh chopped parsley after baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 205mgPotassium: 48mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 69IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg
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