Description
These Sesame Seed Bread Rolls are a beloved family favorite, featuring soft, fluffy dough enriched with butter and milk, topped generously with sesame seeds for a delightful crunch. Perfect as a snack or alongside meals, these rolls are simple to make and baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 380 g (3 cups) all-purpose flour
- 20 g (3 tablespoons) cornstarch
- 7 g (1 teaspoon) salt
- 7 g (1 ½ teaspoons) dry yeast
- 40 g (3 tablespoons) butter, melted
- 150 ml (⅔ cup) hot milk
- 40 ml (3 tablespoons) vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 50 g (⅝ cup) sugar
Topping
- Melted butter (for brushing)
- Sesame seeds (for topping)
- Egg yolk (for brushing before baking)
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients and wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, and dry yeast. Add the melted butter, hot milk, vegetable oil, egg, and sugar to the flour mixture. Knead the mixture until you obtain a smooth dough.
- First proofing: Cover the dough and let it rest in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape the rolls: Once risen, cut the dough into pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Flatten each ball into a disc. Brush one half of each disc with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds over it.
- Roll and second proofing: Roll the discs overlapping them slightly to form the rolls, then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for another hour.
- Preheat and prepare for baking: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the rolls with egg yolk to give them a golden finish when baked.
- Bake the rolls: Bake for 25 minutes, or until the rolls turn golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy your sesame seed bread rolls warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure the milk is hot but not boiling to activate the yeast properly.
- Kneading until smooth is important for a soft texture.
- The second proofing allows the rolls to develop a light, fluffy crumb.
- Brushing with egg yolk enhances the golden color and shine of the crust.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
