Dairy-Free Kaak
Discover the irresistible charm of Dairy-Free Kaak, a traditional Lebanese-style bread ring that's light, crunchy, and completely free of dairy! Perfect for plant-based diets, this recipe swaps out conventional milk and butter for heart-healthy olive oil, ensuring a delightful, flaky texture. Infused with the warm aroma of sesame seeds and finished with a golden, crispy crust, these kaak are as beautiful as they are delicious. With just a handful of pantry staples and an easy step-by-step process, this recipe is approachable for beginner bakers yet satisfying for seasoned pros. Serve these delightful treats alongside tea or coffee, or enjoy them as a midday snack. Ready in just 90 minutes and yielding 30 servings, these guilt-free dairy-free kaak make the perfect addition to your snack repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Sesame seeds
- 1 piece Egg (for egg wash, replace with a dairy-free alternative like almond milk if required)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until the mixture is frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the olive oil and the yeast mixture.
Using a wooden spoon or your hand, mix until a dough begins to form.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into small balls, each about the size of a walnut.
Roll each ball into a rope about 8 inches long and join the ends to form a circle, pressing lightly to seal.
Place each circle on the prepared baking sheets.
Brush the top of each kaak with beaten egg or dairy-free alternative and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack.
Enjoy the dairy-free kaak warm or at room temperature, ideally with a cup of tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.1 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2466 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 414.6 g | 151% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.3 g | ||
| Protein | 70.9 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 28.2 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 956 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
