Homemade Thessaloniki Koulouria
Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Thessaloniki koulouria, where golden, sesame-encrusted rings meet a surprising twist that elevates their flavor to new heights! With a perfect blend of fresh yeast and a hint of orange zest, these traditional Greek treats are sure to delight your taste buds and fill your kitchen with an enchanting aroma. Get ready to savor each bite of these soft, chewy delights that are simply too good to resist!
Prep
15
min
Cook
20
min
Serves
8
people
Level
intermediate
📝 Ingredients
Serves 8🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- 300 g lukewarm water (1 ¼ cups) (10.6 oz)
- 200 g water (¾ cup) (7.06 oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(5)
- 500 g all-purpose flour (3 ¼ cups) (4 cup)
- 1 tbsp honey (15 ml)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
- 1 tbsp sugar (15 ml)
- 9 g dry yeast (0.32 oz)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1 tsp salt (5 ml)
📦Other(1)
- toasted sesame seeds (2 cups) (480 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl and stir well.
- 2
Gradually add flour mixed with salt to the water mixture until a soft dough forms.
- 3
Add olive oil, knead slightly, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
- 4
Toast sesame seeds in a pan over low heat, stirring constantly until golden.
- 5
Mix 200 g of water with honey in a bowl and stir well.
- 6
Divide the dough into 8 pieces (100 g each) and roll them into sticks.
- 7
Roll each piece into a diameter of 40 cm, shape into rings, and seal the ends well.
- 8
Dip each ring in honey water, then in toasted sesame seeds, and place on a tray lined with parchment paper.
- 9
Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for 15-20 minutes until golden.
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Prep
15
min
Cook
20
min
Serves
8
people
Level
intermediate
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Homemade Thessaloniki Koulouria
Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Thessaloniki koulouria, where golden, sesame-encrusted rings meet a surprising twist that elevates their flavor to new heights! With a perfect blend of fresh yeast and a hint of orange zest, these traditional Greek treats are sure to delight your taste buds and fill your kitchen with an enchanting aroma. Get ready to savor each bite of these soft, chewy delights that are simply too good to resist!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 8🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- 300 g lukewarm water (1 ¼ cups) (10.6 oz)
- 200 g water (¾ cup) (7.06 oz)
🫙Pantry Staples(5)
- 500 g all-purpose flour (3 ¼ cups) (4 cup)
- 1 tbsp honey (15 ml)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
- 1 tbsp sugar (15 ml)
- 9 g dry yeast (0.32 oz)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1 tsp salt (5 ml)
📦Other(1)
- toasted sesame seeds (2 cups) (480 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl and stir well.
- 2
Gradually add flour mixed with salt to the water mixture until a soft dough forms.
- 3
Add olive oil, knead slightly, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
- 4
Toast sesame seeds in a pan over low heat, stirring constantly until golden.
- 5
Mix 200 g of water with honey in a bowl and stir well.
- 6
Divide the dough into 8 pieces (100 g each) and roll them into sticks.
- 7
Roll each piece into a diameter of 40 cm, shape into rings, and seal the ends well.
- 8
Dip each ring in honey water, then in toasted sesame seeds, and place on a tray lined with parchment paper.
- 9
Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for 15-20 minutes until golden.