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Turkish Tahini Swirl Bread – 40% Fewer Calories

Fluffy, pillowy Turkish bread infused with dark tahini and toasted sesame seeds, swirled through every bite. This Fat Switch version cuts 230 calories while keeping the rich, nutty indulgence intact—perfect for breakfast or snacking.

20m

Prep Time

28m

Cook Time

Servings

350

Calories

20g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 2 cups bread flour (or all-purpose)
✓ 3/4 cup low-fat milk, warmed
✓ 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (0% fat)
✓ 7g instant yeast (1 tsp)
✓ 1 tsp salt
✓ 1 tbsp tahini paste (mixed into dough)
✓ 1 tsp honey or sugar
✓ 1 tbsp water
✓ 80g dark tahini (about 1/4 cup packed)
✓ 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
✓ 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (white or black)
✓ 1/4 tsp sea salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast: Pour warm low-fat milk into a bowl. Add honey and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy. This ensures robust fermentation without added fat.

2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine bread flour and salt. Create a well in the center. Pour yeast mixture + Greek yogurt + 1 tbsp tahini. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

3. Knead by Hand: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The yogurt adds protein for better gluten development. No oil needed on your hands.

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4. First Rise: Form dough into a ball. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise at room temperature for 1 hour until doubled. Greek yogurt speeds fermentation and adds tenderness.

5. Prepare Filling: Mix dark tahini with olive oil and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Stir until spreadable. The oil prevents tahini from cracking when rolled.

6. Shape with Swirls: Turn dough onto a work surface. Gently stretch into a 12×8 inch rectangle. Spread tahini filling evenly across, leaving a 1-inch border. Scatter sesame seeds over tahini. Roll tightly from the long side into a log.

7. Form the Loaf: Coil the log into a spiral, tucking the end underneath. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with a damp cloth for 45 minutes until puffy.

8. Bake to Golden: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush the top lightly with 1 tbsp water mixed with a pinch of salt (creates a shiny crust without added fat). Bake 25–28 minutes until deep golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.

9. Cool & Slice: Let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Slice while still warm to reveal the tahini swirls. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container up to 2 days.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories350 kcal

Protein20g

Carbohydrates52g

Fat8g

🏷️ Tags

#Low-fat tahini bread recipe#Turkish sesame swirl bread healthy#Calorie-reduced Mediterranean breakfast bread

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