Greek Sesame Bread Rings
Greek sesame bread rings, known as kouluria, are a delightful snack or breakfast option. These crunchy, golden rings are coated in sesame seeds, offering a nutty flavor and satisfying texture.
This recipe is greek style, snack, scaled for 6 servings, with 20 min prep and 25 min cook.
Prep: 20 min · Cook: 25 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 6
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include sesame seeds, active dry yeast, salt, all-purpose flour.
- Follow all 11 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast, then let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt, then create a well in the center.
- Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the well, then mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a rope about 8 inches long, then form a ring by pinching the ends together.
- Dip each ring into a bowl of water, then coat with sesame seeds, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the rings on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.