Simit (Turkish Sesame Bagel) with Honey and Kaymak

Enjoy a delicious and satisfying Turkish breakfast with these homemade Simit (sesame-covered bagels) served with sweet honey and rich Kaymak (clotted cream).

Prep Time

30 minutes

Total Time

50 minutes

Calories

655 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£1.06/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

4cupsAll-Purpose Flour(plus more for dusting)

£0.60

2.3teaspoonsInstant Yeast

£0.30

1teaspoonSalt

£0.01

1tablespoonSugar

£0.02

1.5cupsWarm Water((105-115°F))

0.3cupMolasses

£0.25

0.5cupWater

1.5cupsSesame Seeds(toasted lightly)

£1.50

4tablespoonsHoney(or to taste)

£0.30

4tablespoonsKaymak (Clotted Cream)(or to taste)

£1.20

1tablespoonVegetable Oil

£0.05

Total Cost

£4.23

£1.06 per serving

Instructions

1.
In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Gradually add warm water and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
2.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Add vegetable oil in the end and knead for one more minute.
3.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
4.
Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
5.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, about 24 inches long. Twist the rope around itself to form a braid, then join the ends together to form a circle. Pinch the seam to seal.
6.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the molasses and 1/2 cup of water.
7.
Dip each simit into the molasses mixture, then immediately dredge generously in the toasted sesame seeds, pressing the seeds into the dough.
8.
Place the simits on the prepared baking sheets.
9.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10.
Let the simits cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
11.
Serve warm simits with honey and kaymak.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (220g)

655 kcal / 2740 kJ

Carbs

75g

29% of RDA

Fat

33g

47% of RDA

Protein

17g

34% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

20 g

22% of RDA

Sodium

575 mg

25% of RDA

Saturated Fat

15 g

75% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Toasting the sesame seeds enhances their flavor and makes them stick better to the dough.

If you don't have Kaymak, you can substitute it with mascarpone cheese or thick Greek yogurt.

For a crisper simit, lightly brush the surface with egg wash before baking.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Large Pot

Baking Sheets

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Simit (Turkish Sesame Bagel) with Honey and Kaymak

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