Braid buns with sesame

4 servings

110 minutes

Sesame braided rolls are aromatic and exquisite pastries that come from cozy Czech cafes and home kitchens. These rolls, with their soft texture and light sweetness, captivate with a harmonious blend of airy dough and crunchy sesame seeds. Their uniqueness lies in the braided shape, creating an appetizing appearance while keeping the tenderness inside. Thanks to the yeast dough, the rolls are fluffy and airy, while sesame adds a nutty flavor. They are perfect for breakfast with a cup of aromatic coffee or as an exquisite addition to evening tea time. The Czech tradition of baking such rolls symbolizes comfort, hospitality, and the joy of home cooking.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 617.8
• Proteins: 18.4g
• Fats: 12.6g
• Carbohydrates: 108.9g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 50 g
• Olive oil: 30 ml
• Baking powder: 0.5 tsp
• Salt: 1.2 tsp
• Water: 200 ml
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Sesame: to taste
• Wheat flour: 500 g
• Dry yeast: 25 g

Cooking steps

1. We place yeast in warm water and dissolve it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dry yeast: 25 g
   • Water: 200 ml

2. Add sugar, yolk, salt, butter, and flour with baking powder, knead the dough, place it in a glass container, and refrigerate for 60-90 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 50 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Salt: 1.2 teaspoon
   • Olive oil: 30 ml
   • Wheat flour: 500 g
   • Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon

3. Shape the risen dough into sausages and let it rest for 10 minutes.

4. We braid the buns, brush them with beaten egg, and let them rest for 7-10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

5. Brush with egg again and sprinkle with sesame, place in an oven preheated to 150–170 degrees for 25–30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Sesame:  to taste