Sure! Here’s a simple recipe for making bread with sesame seeds:
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110Β°F/45Β°C)
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds (plus extra for topping)
Instructions:
- Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water and honey (or sugar). Sprinkle the yeast over the water mixture and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Mix the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. You may need to add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape the dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide it into equal portions and shape each portion into a loaf or desired shape.
- Second rise: Place the shaped loaves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover them with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven: While the loaves are rising, preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- Prepare the sesame seeds: In a small bowl, mix together the sesame seeds with a little water to create a paste.
- Apply sesame seeds: Brush the tops of the risen loaves with the sesame seed paste. Sprinkle additional sesame seeds on top if desired.
- Bake: Place the loaves in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool and enjoy: Once baked, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy your freshly baked bread with sesame seeds!
Feel free to adjust the amount of sesame seeds according to your preference, and you can also experiment with adding other ingredients like herbs or spices for additional flavor.
