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Grissini (Italian Breadsticks)

Crisp, thin sticks of bread, generally the size of a pencil or a little thicker. A classic Italian appetizer.

Prep Time

1 hour 30 minutes (includes proofing)

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 50 minutes

Difficulty

Easy

Skills Required

Dough Making, Shaping

Ingredients & Nutrition

80 kcal

Calories

2g

Protein

2g

Fat

13g

Carbs

0.5g

Fiber

0.5g

Sugar

120mg

Sodium

  • 3 cups Bread Flour
  • 1 tsp Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 cup Warm Water
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Honey or Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • for sprinkling Coarse Sea Salt

Let AI Suggest Variations

  • Add herbs like rosemary or thyme to the dough.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese or sesame seeds before baking.
  • Wrap the breadsticks with prosciutto before serving.
  • Make a sweeter version by using sugar and sprinkling with cinnamon sugar.

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast and honey in warm water. Let stand for 5 minutes.

2. Stir in flour, olive oil, and salt. Knead for 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth.

3. Let the dough rise in a covered bowl for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

5. Punch down the dough. Divide it into small pieces and roll each piece into a long, thin rope.

6. Place the breadsticks on a baking sheet, brush with a little olive oil, and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.