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Sesame Seed Bread

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp water

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and honey, and let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, then place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  4. Punch down dough, shape into a round or oval loaf, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Brush the loaf generously with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds all over the top, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Let rise for another 30 minutes, then bake at 375°F for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.