Saleh’s Plate · By Saleh Alkhalifa

Traditional Austrian Kaiser Rolls Recipe

Cook Traditional Austrian Kaiser Rolls Recipe with Saleh’s Plate.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) warm water
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 egg white (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp sesame or poppy seeds (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add flour, salt, and butter, then knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
  2. Divide dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each into a ball. To create the classic Kaiser shape, flatten slightly and press a Kaiser stamp into each roll OR fold the dough into a knot, tucking the ends under. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Cover the rolls loosely and let them rise for another 30-40 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Mix egg white and milk, then brush the tops of the rolls. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Cool slightly before serving.