Sweet grissini are a unique delicacy from the Oltrepò Pavese. This sweet variant of the traditional savoury breadsticks is distinguished by its delicate flavour and irresistible crunchiness, making them a pleasure for both the palate and the eye.
Golden in colour, sweet breadsticks vary in length from 30 to 40 centimetres. Their surface is slightly irregular, testimony to the craftsmanship that distinguishes them. Their crisp and crumbly texture is the result of careful processing of the ingredients, which include flour, sugar, yeast, butter and a small amount of salt. Their sweet but not cloying flavour makes them perfect to be enjoyed on their own or in combination with typical sweet wines of the Oltrepò, such as passito and moscato.
The Production Process
The production of sweet breadsticks is a process that requires precision and passion. The basic ingredients - flour, sugar, yeast, butter and salt - are carefully mixed until a homogeneous dough is obtained. This dough is left to rest for about 20 minutes, allowing the yeast to activate and develop its action. Next, the dough is passed through a roller machine, which makes it thin and even.
The next step involves the manual shaping of the breadsticks, an operation that requires skill and delicacy to ensure that each piece has the right shape and size. The breadsticks are then placed on baking trays and placed in the oven. Baking, which takes about 20 minutes, takes place in a static oven at a moderate temperature, allowing the breadsticks to brown perfectly without burning.
A Perfect Match
The sweet breadsticks from Oltrepò Pavese are ideal as a tasty snack, but can also be used on various culinary occasions. Their delicate sweetness makes them a perfect accompaniment for the sweet wines of the region, such as passito and moscato. These wines, with their fruity notes and harmonious sweetness, enhance the flavour of the sweet breadsticks, creating a combination of tastes that satisfies even the most demanding palates.
Production Area
The production of sweet breadsticks is closely linked to the Municipality of Broni, an area renowned for its food and wine excellence. Broni, located in the heart of Oltrepò Pavese, is a place where tradition and quality come together to create unique products. The sweet breadsticks are an example of how craftsmanship and the use of high quality ingredients can give life to a speciality that has become a symbol of this land.
