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Crispy Turkish Simit Rings

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A traditional Turkish bread ring with a crispy sesame crust and chewy center, perfect for breakfast or snacks. This easy homemade recipe uses a molasses glaze for a shiny, caramelized crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (120g) whole wheat flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup (120ml) molasses (grape or pomegranate molasses are alternatives)
  • ½ cup (120ml) water
  • 2 cups (280g) toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by mixing warm water, sugar, and instant yeast in a small bowl. Let sit for 5-7 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead for 8 minutes with a mixer or 10-12 minutes by hand until smooth and elastic.
  3. Shape dough into a ball, place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Warm molasses and water in a small saucepan over low heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and cool.
  5. Punch down the dough and divide into 10 equal pieces (~100g each). Roll each into an 18-inch rope, twist twice, and join ends to form rings.
  6. Dip each ring into the molasses glaze, let excess drip off, then coat both sides with toasted sesame seeds. Place on baking sheets with 2 inches between.
  7. Cover loosely and let rise for 20-30 minutes until slightly puffed.
  8. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake rings for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crisp, rotating trays halfway through.
  9. Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use warm water (about 110°F) to activate yeast properly. Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden. If simit feels dense, knead longer or check yeast freshness. Avoid microwaving reheated simit to maintain crispness.

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