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Grissini (Italian Breadsticks)

Piedmontese · Appetizer

Crisp, golden, and perfectly thin Italian breadsticks made with extra virgin olive oil. These crunchy snacks are a staple of Piedmontese cuisine and are perfect for wrapping in prosciutto or dipping into balsamic vinegar.

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1 hr 35 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time15 min
Cook time20 min
Servings6 people
DifficultyIntermediate
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How to make it

7 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Whisk together the warm water, yeast, and honey

    In a small bowl, whisk together the warm water, yeast, and honey (if using). Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

    10 min
  2. Combine the bread flour and salt

    In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the bread flour and salt. Create a well in the center.

  3. Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil

    Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the well. Knead by hand or with a dough hook for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

    10 min
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl

    Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.

    1 hr
  5. Preheat your oven

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and sprinkle them with semolina flour.

  6. Punch down the dough

    Punch down the dough and divide it into 24 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long, thin rope (about 10-12 inches long). Place them on the baking sheets.

  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or

    Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the grissini are golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

    20 min

A little kitchen wisdom

For the best snap, ensure the dough is rolled very thin. You can customize these by rolling the dough in sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or chopped rosemary before the final proof.

What you'll need

Baking sheetStand mixerParchment paperWire cooling rack
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For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

The dough can be prepared and refrigerated overnight before shaping and baking.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness. If they lose their crunch, refresh in a 150°C (302°F) oven for 5 minutes.

Allergens

Contains wheat, gluten.

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Grissini (Italian Breadsticks)
Step 1 of 7

Whisk together the warm water, yeast, and honey

In a small bowl, whisk together the warm water, yeast, and honey (if using). Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

10 min