Homemade kaiser rolls like from a bakery: a simple recipe that always turns out well

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Homemade kaiser rolls like from a bakery: a simple recipe that always turns out well recept

Name: Homemade kaiser rolls like from a bakery: a simple recipe that always turns out well
Prep time: 95 min
Cook time: 95 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Semi-coarse flour 300 g; All-purpose flour 200 g; Salt 1 tsp; Granulated sugar 1/2 tsp; Oil 0.5 dl; Dried yeast 5 g; Lukewarm water 260 ml; 1 egg for brushing; Sesame, poppy seeds, caraway to taste

Easy to prepare
8 portions
95 minutes

Jan, 17. 12. 2025

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A crunchy crust, a fluffy crumb and the aroma of freshly baked goods – that’s exactly how these homemade kaiser rolls taste. The recipe is quick to prepare, you usually have the ingredients at home and the result is consistently great. Whether you make them for breakfast, with soup or for a snack, they are the first to disappear from the table.

For 8 portions

Ingredients

Semi-coarse flour 300 g
All-purpose flour 200 g
Salt 1 tsp
Granulated sugar 1/2 tsp
Oil 0.5 dl
Dried yeast 5 g
Lukewarm water 260 ml

To finish:

1 egg for brushing
Sesame, poppy seeds, caraway to taste

Preparation procedure

Dough and first rise Put all ingredients into a bowl (or into the bread machine) and work into a smooth, elastic dough. Cover and let rise until doubled in volume (approx. 50–60 minutes).
Shaping Divide the risen dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each into a roll and make the characteristic „kaiser“ slashes on the surface (with a stamp or a sharp knife).
Short final proof Let the rolls rest for another 10 minutes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. If you're in a hurry you can skip this step, but it's recommended for better fluffiness.
Brushing and topping Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or caraway.
Baking Bake in an oven preheated to 200 °C for 15–20 minutes until golden. After baking, let cool briefly on a wire rack.

Number of servings:

8 kaiser rolls

Total preparation time:

1 hour 35 minutes (10 min mixing and shaping + 60 min rising + 10 min final proofing + 15–20 min baking)

Tips for the best result:

For an even crispier crust place an ovenproof dish with hot water on the bottom of the oven or bake with steam for the first 3 minutes.
A mix of plain and semi-coarse flour gives a wonderfully elastic dough that doesn’t tear and is great to work with.
Make the slashes just before baking – this helps the kaiser rolls keep their shape and „open“ nicely.

Conclusion:

Homemade kaiser rolls are quick, inexpensive and unbeatable in taste. Once you try them, store-bought baked goods will seem unnecessary. They’re great for sandwiches, with salads and with soups – and thanks to the simple method they’ll turn out well even for beginners.