Sugar-Free Kaak
Enjoy a classic favorite with a wholesome twist in this Sugar-Free Kaak recipe, a delightful Middle Eastern bread ring crafted with whole wheat flour and infused with aromatic ground anise seeds and mahlab. Perfect for health-conscious bakers, this version eliminates added sugar while highlighting naturally nutty and earthy flavors through toasted sesame seed coatings. Easy to make from scratch, the dough is mixed, kneaded, and shaped into charming rings before being baked to golden perfection. These guilt-free treats pair beautifully with tea or coffee and make a fantastic addition to breakfast spreads or snack trays. Ready in just under an hour, Sugar-Free Kaak is the perfect combination of tradition, nutrition, and irresistible taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 1 teaspoon Ground anise seeds
- 1 teaspoon Ground mahlab
- 0.25 cup Sesame seeds
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, instant yeast, salt, ground anise seeds, and ground mahlab.
Add the olive oil and gradually pour in the warm water. Mix with a wooden spoon or hands until a dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough back in the bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal-sized portions.
Take each portion and roll it into a ball, then flatten it slightly. Make a hole in the center using your thumb to create a thin ring shape.
Place the sesame seeds on a plate. Lightly dampen each kaak with water and press the dampened side into the sesame seeds to coat.
Place the coated kaak on the prepared baking sheets, leaving enough space between each.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1705 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.9 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3576 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.1 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.9 g | 178% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 57.7 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1680 mg | 36% | |
*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.
