Elevate your bread-baking game with this irresistible Sesame Bread recipe, a perfect blend of soft, fluffy interior and nutty, golden crust. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, this homemade bread is brought to life with the rich aroma and delightful crunch of toasted sesame seeds. The straightforward kneading process ensures a smooth, elastic dough that rises beautifully for a light and airy loaf. Enhanced with a touch of sugar and salt, this bread strikes a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Ideal for sandwiches, breakfast spreads, or alongside hearty soups, this sesame bread is a versatile and wholesome choice for any meal. With just 90 minutes of prep time and 35 minutes of baking, you'll have a fresh, bakery-quality treat ready to impress.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and granulated sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and allow it to sit for about 5 minutes, or until the yeast becomes frothy.
Add the olive oil and half of the sesame seeds to the yeast mixture. Stir to combine.
In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with the salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should spring back when touched.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf by rolling it up tightly. Place the loaf onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the top of the loaf with a little water and sprinkle the remaining sesame seeds evenly over the top, pressing them gently into the dough.
Cover the loaf loosely with plastic wrap and allow it to rise for an additional 15-20 minutes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread has a golden-brown crust and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Enjoy your homemade sesame bread!
Calories |
2532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 70.3 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3974 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.3 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 66.6 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 899 mg | 19% | |
*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.