Bread Machine Sesame French Bread

Craft bakery-worthy loaves right at home with this **Bread Machine Sesame French Bread** recipe, a foolproof method that combines the ease of a bread machine with the irresistible charm of freshly baked French bread. Featuring just seven pantry staples, including a drizzle of olive oil for richness and a scattering of nutty sesame seeds for a delightful crunch, this recipe delivers a loaf with a perfectly airy interior and a golden, crusty exterior. With minimal prep time—just five minutes of adding ingredients to your bread machine—and the magic of the "French Bread" setting, you’ll enjoy artisan-quality results without the hassle of kneading or shaping. Ideal for sandwiches, dipping into soups, or serving alongside your favorite meals, this sesame-studded French bread is a versatile, deliciously fluffy addition to your baking repertoire. Perfect for beginner bakers and seasoned pros alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:210 mins

Total Time:215 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3.5 cups Bread flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Add the ingredients to your bread machine pan in the order listed: water, olive oil, sugar, salt, bread flour, and active dry yeast.

Step 2

Make sure the yeast does not touch the salt or liquid to ensure proper activation. Create a small well in the flour and place the yeast inside.

Step 3

Select the 'French Bread' setting on your bread machine and choose the desired crust color (light, medium, or dark). Start the machine.

Step 4

When the machine beeps during the kneading cycle (typically about 5-10 minutes in, depending on your bread machine), add the sesame seeds.

Step 5

Let the bread machine complete the kneading, rising, and baking processes. This usually takes about 3.5 hours, depending on your machine's settings.

Step 6

Once the bread is finished baking, carefully remove it from the bread machine pan and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Step 7

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	804.1 grams (804.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1993

Total Fat 44.80g	57%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3570mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 343.40g	125%
Dietary Fiber 15.10g	54%
Total Sugars 7.70g
Protein 58.50g	117%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 96mg	7%
Iron 21mg	115%
Potassium 641mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.1%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 68.3%