**Whole Wheat Breadsticks with Sesame: A Rustic Italian Treat**
These rustic Italian breadsticks, known as "grissini" in their native tongue, are a delightful combination of whole wheat flour, sesame seeds, and a touch of olive oil. Their golden-brown exterior and soft, chewy interior make them a perfect appetizer, side dish, or snack. Whether you enjoy them plain, with a dip, or wrapped around your favorite cured meats and cheeses, these breadsticks are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
This recipe provides detailed instructions for creating these delectable treats in your own kitchen. With a step-by-step guide and helpful tips, you'll be able to impress your friends and family with your baking skills.
In addition to the classic whole wheat breadsticks with sesame seeds, this article offers variations to cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. These variations include:
- **Rosemary and Sea Salt Breadsticks:** If you love the combination of rosemary and sea salt, this variation adds a savory twist to the classic recipe. The aromatic rosemary and crunchy sea salt crystals create a delightful flavor profile.
- **Cheesy Breadsticks:** For a cheesy indulgence, this variation incorporates grated parmesan cheese into the dough. The result is a breadstick with a golden-brown crust and a gooey, cheesy center that will leave you craving more.
- **Everything Bagel Breadsticks:** Inspired by the popular bagel seasoning, this variation combines sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, and onion to create a flavorful and addictive breadstick that is perfect for snacking or serving at parties.
- **Gluten-Free Breadsticks:** For those with gluten sensitivities or allergies, this article also includes a gluten-free version of the breadsticks. Using a combination of gluten-free flours, these breadsticks offer a delicious and safe alternative to the classic recipe.
Whether you prefer the classic whole wheat breadsticks with sesame seeds or one of the flavorful variations, this recipe article has something for everyone. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible Italian treats.
SESAME BREADSTICKS
These easy sesame breadsticks are ready in just 30 minutes, thanks to our No-Knead Refrigerator Bread Dough.
Provided by Adam Dolge
Categories Healthy Breadsticks Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide dough into 4 portions. Place on a flour-dusted work surface; cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Stretch and roll each piece into an 8-inch-long rope. Place on the prepared baking sheet and brush with sesame oil. Sprinkle each breadstick with 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds and a pinch of flaky salt; gently press to adhere. Bake until golden, 10 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, Sodium 378 mg
SESAME SEED BREADSTICKS
These crispy breadsticks will keep for weeks if refrigerated. Make them with all purpose or bread flour or a mix of whole wheat and white. A KitchenAid stand mixer does all the work, or you can knead the dough by hand. The dough needs to be a little sticky to hold the seeds. If not, rub a bit of olive oil on your hands when rolling. - Jenny Jones
Time 2h
Yield one dozen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread sesame seeds on wax paper.
- In a mixing bowl combine flour(s), yeast, salt & sugar.
- Add oil & enough water to make a soft dough. Knead for one minute with a KitchenAid mixer or about 50 times by hand on a barely floured surface. DO NOT ADD TOO MUCH FLOUR WHEN KNEADING.
- On an unfloured surface, roll into 12 8-inch sticks & coat each stick with sesame seeds. If seeds don't stick, rub a little oil on your hands when rolling.
- Place on baking sheet & let rise in a warm place until double (45 min - 1 hour)
- Preheat oven to 325° F and bake for 25 minutes.
- Turn the breadsticks over and bake another 20-25 minutes.
- Test the fattest breadstick and if it's still soft in the middle, turn oven off and prop open the door. Let the oven cool down for about 20 minutes. Return baking sheet to the oven with the door open a few inches for up to an hour until breadsticks are totally dry throughout.
- Cool completely. Store in a sealed container.
HONEY WHEAT BREADSTICKS
Not only are these breadsticks delicious, but they come together very easily. Whole wheat flour and a little honey help give them a wholesome taste and keep them on the healthy side. -Ted Van Schoick, Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 16 breadsticks.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed., When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 16 portions; shape each into a ball. Roll each into an 8-in. rope. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets., Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
DIY SESAME STICKS RECIPE
Requiring no fancy equipment, this recipe couldn't be easier-just toss the ingredients into a bowl and stir up the dough. In this way, the cook also controls the type and amount of fats and seasonings that end up in the finished product, so you can really have some fun with it.
Provided by Molly Sheridan
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine water and oil. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Combine thoroughly, kneading any remaining bits into the dough by hand.
- Divide dough in half and wrap each in plastic, flattening into inch-thick squares. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow dough to firm up before rolling. Once dough has chilled, heat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Bake for 10 minutes, then flip or roll the pieces around on the sheet so that the bottoms don't brown. Continue baking 5 to 8 minutes more, until sticks are crisp but not browning. Remove from oven and cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 354 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize makes 3 cups, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
SOFT BREADSTICKS
Once you taste these chewy breadsticks, you'll never want store-bought again. Give potluck-goers a choice by sprinklng with different seeds and seasonings. One batch won't be enough!-Linda Craig, Edmonton, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 14 breadsticks.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the oil, salt, whole wheat flour and enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Let rest for 10 minutes. Divide into 14 portions. Roll each portion into a 9-in. x 1-in. rope. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes or until doubled. , Whisk egg and water; brush over dough. Sprinkle with toppings if desired. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts :
WHOLE WHEAT BREADSTICKS
I didn't test a gluten-free breadstick. If you need one, try substituting the gluten-free flour mix by my colleague Melissa Clark for the wheat flour in this week's recipes. These grainy breadsticks can be irresistible, but that's all right -- they're much healthier than the restaurant variety.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories appetizer
Time 2h30m
Yield Two dozen breadsticks
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Dissolve the yeast in the water in a large bowl or in the bowl of a stand mixer. Stir in the honey, agave nectar, malt extract or rice syrup. Let stand for five minutes. Stir in the olive oil.
- Combine the whole-wheat flour, 1 cup of the unbleached all-purpose flour and the salt. Add to the liquid mixture. If kneading by hand, stir until you can turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead for 10 minutes, adding flour as necessary to keep the dough from sticking to your hands and worktop. If using an electric mixer, mix at medium speed for 8 to 10 minutes. Add flour as necessary so that the dough comes away from the sides of the bowl. The dough should be elastic and just slightly sticky.
- Lightly flour your work surface or brush with olive oil. Using your hands or a rolling pin, roll the dough into a 14-by4-inch rectangle. Make sure there is enough flour or oil underneath the dough that it doesn't stick to the work surface. Brush the top with oil. Cover with plastic wrap, then with a damp kitchen towel. Allow to rise for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until nearly doubled. (If you need the workspace, lightly oil the underside of a sheet pan and place the dough on top.)
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees with the racks positioned in the middle and upper thirds. Brush sheet pans with olive oil. Cut the dough crosswise into four equal pieces. One at a time, cut each piece crosswise into six equal pieces. Roll each piece between the board and your hands, as if you were making it into a rope, until it is as long as the baking sheet. For a tighter strip, twist the strands from one end to the other. Place 1 inch apart on the baking sheets until you've filled two baking sheets. Continue to shape the remaining breadsticks while the first batch is baking.
- Place in the oven, and bake 15 minutes. Switch the pans top to bottom and front to back, and bake another 10 minutes until the breadsticks are nicely browned (they will be darker on the bottom). Remove from the heat, and cool on a rack. Shape and bake any remaining dough as instructed.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 81, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 81 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
Tips:
- Ensure your yeast is active before using: Combine 1 teaspoon of yeast with 1 teaspoon of sugar in 1/4 cup of warm water. Set aside for 5-10 minutes. If the mixture becomes foamy, your yeast is active and ready to use.
- Use high-quality ingredients. The quality of ingredients plays a crucial role in the taste and texture of your breadsticks. Invest in good-quality flour, yeast, and extra virgin olive oil to achieve the best results.
- Knead the dough thoroughly. Kneading the dough helps develop gluten, which is responsible for the breadsticks' structure and texture. Knead for at least 5 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place. The dough needs to double in size before baking. Place it in a warm, draft-free location, such as a turned-off oven with the light on, to create an ideal rising environment.
- Shape the breadsticks evenly. Roll the dough out into a long, thin rectangle and cut it into even strips. This will ensure that the breadsticks bake evenly and consistently.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds generously. Before baking, sprinkle sesame seeds generously on top of the breadsticks. This will add flavor and a visually appealing golden-brown color.
Conclusion:
These whole wheat breadsticks with sesame seeds are a delicious and nutritious snack or side dish that can be enjoyed with various meals. They are easy to make, require minimal ingredients, and can be tailored to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer them plain or topped with your favorite herbs, cheeses, or seasonings, these breadsticks are sure to be a hit among family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and satisfying snack, give these whole wheat breadsticks a try!
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