Juniper Grissini Long Crispy Bread Sticks Recipe

Inspired by Mario Batali's Food & Wine recipe, these juniper-infused grissini are long, crispy breadsticks perfect for dipping in soup or enjoying alongside your favorite appetizer. Crushed juniper berries replace myrtle for a unique, savory flavor that's both elegant and surprisingly addictive. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy-to-follow recipe!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 387.1 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Juniper Grissini Long Crispy Bread Sticks

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How to Make Juniper Grissini Long Crispy Bread Sticks

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, 1/2 cup flour, honey, and yeast. Stir until well combined.
  2. Let the mixture sit in a warm place until foamy, about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in the remaining 1 1/2 cups flour, olive oil, crushed juniper berries, and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line three large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Punch down the dough and divide it into 4 equal pieces.
  8. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 6x10 inch rectangle.
  9. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut each rectangle lengthwise into 1/2-inch wide strips.
  10. Arrange the strips on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each one.
  11. Lightly dust the grissini with cayenne pepper.
  12. Let the grissini stand at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow them to puff slightly.
  13. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  14. Let the grissini cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

83 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

8g

Carbs

20g

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