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    Poppy Seed Bread Rolls

    Poppy Seed Bread Rolls

    Crispy, flaky rolls with toasted poppy seeds - nostalgic and delicious
    This poppy seed bread recipe brings back wonderful childhood memories! The toasted poppy seeds create an incredible aroma and flavor that makes these rolls truly special. With a crispy, flaky exterior and soft interior, they're perfect for any occasion. The recipe uses a simple "lift and slap" technique instead of traditional kneading, making it accessible for bakers of all levels.

    How to Make Poppy Seed Bread Rolls

    Follow along to see the therapeutic process of shaping these beautiful rolls

    Follow along with my video for a complete visual guide! Watch the therapeutic process of shaping these beautiful rolls and see how the poppy seeds add that distinctive taste and texture. The video shows every step to ensure your rolls turn out perfect!

    Ingredients

    • 220 ml Water(1 cup)
    • 3 g Fresh yeast(¾ tsp, or 2g dry yeast (½ tsp))
    • 320 g Bread flour(2½ cups)
    • 15 g Poppy seeds(1½ tbsp, plus extra for coating)
    • 6 g Salt(1 tsp)
    • Water(for brushing)

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    1. 1
      Mix the dough: Mix water (220ml) with fresh yeast (3g) or dry yeast (2g). Add bread flour (320g), poppy seeds (15g), and salt (6g). Mix until there's no more dry flour - just mix, no need to knead. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
      Timer Available:First Rest (30:00)
    2. 2
      First stretch and fold: With a wet hand, stretch the 4 sides of the dough and fold them to the center. Lift the dough and slap it back using the "lift and slap" technique. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
      Timer Available:Second Rest (30:00)
    3. 3
      Second stretch and fold: Repeat the stretch and fold process, noticing how much more elastic the dough has become. Lift and slap again - the dough should look smooth and nice! Let rise for 2 hours or until it doubles in size.
      Timer Available:Main Rise (2:00:00)
    4. 4
      Shape into balls: Dust your work surface with flour and fold the dough to make it easier to divide. Cut into 6 equal parts and shape each piece into a ball. Rub against the work surface to seal the bottom.
    5. 5
      Add poppy seeds: Brush each ball with water and coat the top generously with poppy seeds. For variety, you can roll some pieces longer before folding them into balls and sealing. Transfer all the rolls to a baking tray.
    6. 6
      Final rise and score: Cover with a towel and let rise for 30 minutes. Make a cut on top of each roll with a sharp blade or knife.
      Timer Available:Final Rise (30:00)
    7. 7
      Bake covered: Sprinkle a little water between the rolls on the baking tray. Cover with another tray of the same size and bake at 450°F (230°C) for 20 minutes.
      450°F (230°C)
      Timer Available:First Bake (20:00)
    8. 8
      Finish baking: Remove the top tray and reduce temperature to 390°F (200°C). Bake for 10 more minutes until the rolls are golden and sing when tapped - a hollow sound means they're perfectly baked!
      390°F (200°C)
      Timer Available:Final Bake (10:00)
    9. 9
      Cool and enjoy: Let cool slightly before enjoying. The crumb should be beautiful and airy, with a satisfying crunch from the crust. The smell of roasted poppy seeds is simply amazing!
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    Watch the Video Tutorial

    See every step in action! Follow along with the complete video guide for perfect results.

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