Koulouri (Sesame Bread Rings)

Greek Koulouri: Crispy on the outside, soft inside sesame bread rings. Perfect for breakfast or a snack. A traditional, easy-to-make treat packed with flavour and texture!

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Step 1

To begin, in a small bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently, then let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. This activates the yeast, ensuring your dough will rise properly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Pour in the frothy yeast mixture, lukewarm milk, and olive oil. Mix with a wooden spoon until the ingredients start to come together, forming a slightly sticky dough.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead it for 8-10 minutes, adding a little flour as needed, until you achieve a smooth and elastic dough. Proper kneading develops the gluten, giving the koulouri their chewy texture.

Step 4

Place the dough back into the bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and allow it to rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size. This resting time is crucial for the dough to become light and airy.

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a shallow bowl, prepare 1/4 cup warm water, and in another bowl, spread the sesame seeds for coating.

Step 6

Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope, approximately 12 inches in length, and join the ends to form a ring. Press the ends together firmly to seal.

Step 7

Dip each ring quickly in warm water, then immediately roll it in the sesame seeds, ensuring even coverage on all sides. Place each sesame-coated ring onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each ring.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the koulouri are golden brown and crisp on the outside. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature, ideally with olives, cheese, or a drizzle of olive oil for dipping.

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