whole wheat and black sesame toast

Whole Wheat Black Sesame Bread: A Simple Guide

Making whole wheat black sesame bread at home is rewarding and nutritious. This guide breaks down the steps for a soft, flavorful loaf packed with fiber and nutty richness.

Ingredients:

- 300g whole wheat flour

- 50g bread flour (for elasticity)

- 30g black sesame seeds (ground + extra for topping)

- 1 tsp instant yeast

- 1 tsp salt

- 30g sugar (or honey)

- 200ml warm milk (≈40°C)

- 30g melted butter

Steps:

1. Activate yeast: Mix warm milk and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.

2. Combine dry ingredients: Whisk flours, ground sesame, salt, and sugar in a bowl.

3. Knead dough: Pour yeast mixture into dry ingredients. Add melted butter and knead for 10–15 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled.

4. Shape: Punch down dough, divide into two, and roll into rectangles. Roll tightly like a swiss roll, place in a greased loaf pan.

5. Second rise: Cover and let rise for 40 minutes. Brush with milk and sprinkle extra black sesame seeds.

6. Bake: Preheat oven to 180°C. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden. Cool completely before slicing.

Enjoy this wholesome toast with butter, jam, or as a sandwich base! The earthy sesame and hearty wheat make it a healthy favorite.