To make, gently whisk together the warm water, yeast, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and melted butter in the bowl of a stand mixer. Add the dough hook attachment.
Working one at a time, using lightly floured hands and a lightly floured work surface, roll each portion into a breadstick-shaped log like a rope or snake.
Place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart so they don’t bake into each other. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and rise again 45-60 minutes.