Turkish Simit

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 4 cups bread flour
• 2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup grape molasses (or honey) mixed with 1/2 cup water, for dipping
• 1 1/2 cups sesame seeds, for coating

Instructions

1. 1Stir yeast and sugar into warm water; let sit until foamy.
2. 2Stir in flour and salt, then knead 8-10 minutes until smooth.
3. 3Let rise 1 hour, until doubled.
4. 4Divide into 8 pieces, roll into ropes, and twist each into a ring.
5. 5Dip each ring in the molasses-water, then coat thickly in sesame seeds.
6. 6Bake at 425°F for 18-20 minutes, until deep golden brown.

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