Sesame Bread Rings (Print)

Golden bread rings with sesame seed coating, crisp exterior and fluffy interior. Perfect for breakfast or snacking.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dough

01 - 4 cups bread flour
02 - 2 ¼ tsp instant dry yeast
03 - 1 ½ tsp salt
04 - 2 tbsp sugar
05 - 1 ¼ cups warm water
06 - ¼ cup olive oil

→ Topping

07 - ⅓ cup water
08 - 2 tbsp molasses or honey
09 - ¾ cup sesame seeds

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine bread flour, yeast, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Pour in warm water and olive oil. Mix thoroughly until a rough, shaggy dough forms.
02 - Transfer dough to a lightly floured work surface. Knead firmly for 8–10 minutes, pushing forward and folding back, until smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky.
03 - Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Let rise in a warm, draft-free area for 1 hour until doubled in volume.
04 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
05 - Punch down risen dough to release air. Divide into 8 equal portions. Roll each piece into a 16-inch rope, form into a ring, and firmly pinch the overlapping ends to seal closed.
06 - Fill a shallow bowl with water and molasses, whisking to combine. Spread sesame seeds evenly in a separate shallow bowl.
07 - Dip each ring into the molasses mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Immediately press firmly into sesame seeds, turning to coat thoroughly. Transfer to prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly apart.
08 - Bake for 18–20 minutes until deeply golden brown with a crisp, crackly crust. Rotate pan halfway through for even browning.
09 - Transfer rings to a wire rack and cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the crust to set and interior to finish cooking through residual heat.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The contrast between that satisfying crunch outside and pillowy soft interior makes these impossible to stop eating
  • They come together with basic pantry ingredients yet taste like something from a professional bakery
  • The molasses dip creates the most beautiful deep golden color and subtle sweetness
02 -
  • The dough should feel slightly tacky but not stick to your hands after kneading, this ensures proper hydration
  • Seal the rings tightly where the ends meet or they will pop open during baking
  • Let them cool completely on a wire rack for the crispest texture
03 -
  • Roll the dough ropes evenly so all rings bake at the same rate
  • If your kitchen is cold, let the dough rise in your oven with just the light on

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