Grissini al Grana Padano (Grissini with Grana Padano)
Category: Bread & Baked Goods
Yields: 20 Pieces
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour (00) | 250g |
| Water | 115g |
| Grana Padano DOP (grated) | 60g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 20g |
| Fresh yeast | 2g |
| Fine salt | 5g |
| Sesame seeds | As needed |
| Pumpkin seeds | As needed |
| Flax seeds | As needed |
Instructions
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Prepare the Yeast Mixture:
Start by dissolving the fresh yeast in lukewarm water, stirring gently with a spoon until fully dissolved.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and the grated Grana Padano cheese. Stir well to evenly distribute the cheese throughout the flour. -
Incorporate the Yeast Solution:
Gradually pour the yeast mixture into the flour and cheese combination, mixing with your hands to ensure the liquid is absorbed. Continue to mix until the dough begins to come together. -
Form the Dough:
Once you have a uniform dough, transfer it to a clean surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. This will help the dough become soft and supple, perfect for shaping later. -
Let the Dough Rise:
Shape the dough into a ball, place it back into the mixing bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Allow the dough to rest and rise for approximately 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. -
Roll and Shape the Dough:
Once the dough has risen, lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough using a rolling pin until it’s about 1 cm thick. Using a smooth-edged wheel cutter, slice the dough into strips approximately 2 cm wide. -
Shape the Grissini:
Take each strip of dough and gently roll it with your hands to form the long, thin sticks that are characteristic of grissini. You can make them as thick or as thin as you prefer, but typically they should be around the size of a pencil. -
Add the Seeds:
Place the formed grissini onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush them lightly with a bit of olive oil, and sprinkle your choice of seeds—sesame, pumpkin, and flax seeds—on top for added texture and flavor. -
Bake:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the grissini for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Make sure to keep an eye on them to avoid burning, as they can crisp up quickly. -
Cool and Serve:
Once the grissini are baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Serve them as an appetizer, snack, or as part of a delightful bread basket at your next gathering.
Enjoy these crispy, cheese-infused grissini as a perfect complement to salads, soups, or charcuterie boards! Their savory, nutty crunch is sure to delight every guest.
