Step 1

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and brushing it with a dab of olive oil. Set aside.

Step 2

Measure water into a 2 cup measuring cup and set in the microwave for 30 seconds to warm slightly. Add in the yeast and sugar and mix well. Set aside to proof for 5 minutes.

Step 3

While the yeast is proofing, in the bowl of a stand mixer, add flour blend, xanthan gum, salt and baking powder. Mix until incorporated.

Step 4

Add the egg, olive oil, cider vinegar and yeast mixture to the flour mixture.

Step 5

Mix on low speed for 20 seconds. Stop the mixer and scrape the batter down.

Step 6

Turn mixer to medium and mix for 3 minutes.

Step 7

Scoop dough into a quart size plastic baggie and cut a 1 inch wide hole in a corner of the bag.

Step 8

Pipe 6 breadsticks onto the prepared pan in 8 inch long tubes.

Step 9

Set pan in a warm place to rise slightly, about 10 minutes.

Step 10

While breadsticks are rising, preheat oven to 350 F.

Step 11

Bake for 15 – 18 minutes or until the tops are golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 12

Brush each breadstick with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning and coarse salt. Serve warm.