Straight from the heart of Middle Eastern cuisine comes a delicious treat: Palestinian Simit! Covered in sesame seeds, with a soft interior and lightly crispy crust, this simit is slightly different from the classic Turkish version—but just as tasty. Perfect for breakfast or tea time!

📋 Ingredients

🧂 For the Dough:

• 1 cup warm milk 🥛
• 1 cup warm water 💧
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil 🛢️
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar 🍬
• 1 tsp salt 🧂
• 1 packet instant yeast (10 g) 🌾
• 4–4.5 cups flour (add gradually) 🍞

🥣 For the Topping:

• 1/3 cup molasses 🍯
• 1/3 cup water 💦
• 1 cup toasted sesame seeds 🌰

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, water, oil, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes. Then gradually add the salt and flour, kneading into a soft, non-sticky dough. Cover and let rise for 1 hour. ⏳

2️⃣ Shaping the Simit

Divide the risen dough into walnut-sized pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and connect the ends to form a ring. 🔄

3️⃣ Molasses Bath

Mix molasses and water in a bowl. Dip each ring into the molasses mixture, then coat generously with toasted sesame seeds. 😍

4️⃣ Baking

Place the simits on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown. 🔥

📝 Tips

✅ Make sure the room is warm enough for the dough to rise properly.
✅ Toasted sesame seeds give a richer flavor—don’t skip this step!
✅ Keep the simits slightly thick for an authentic Palestinian touch.

☕ Perfect Pairings

• Olive paste 🫒
• Labneh or cream cheese 🧀
• Tomato salad with mint 🍅🌿
• Fresh mint tea or traditional black tea 🍵

📌 Final Note

Palestinian Simit is a wonderful way to add some variety to your table. It’s easy to make and incredibly satisfying to serve. Give it a try and let the delicious aroma fill your kitchen!