Best Sesame Seeds Substitutes for Yeasted Breads

Prioritize substitutions that protect gluten development and fermentation performance. Bread dough is less forgiving than quick bakes. Structure and fermentation can collapse with poor substitutions.

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData Central, in-house testingMethodology

Can I make bread without sesame seeds?

Yes. Start with Poppy Seeds at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.

Top Recommendation

Poppy Seeds

Use 1:1

Different flavour. Works for visual contrast on breads and bagels.

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How much does 1 cup of sesame seeds weigh?

On CupOrGram, 1 cup of sesame seeds is treated as 144 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.

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Common Questions for Yeasted Breads

Can I make bread without sesame seeds?

Yes. Start with Poppy Seeds at 1:1. Different flavour. Works for visual contrast on breads and bagels.

What can I use instead of sesame seeds for yeasted bread?

Start with Poppy Seeds (1:1) for the closest match.

Best sesame seeds substitute for yeasted bread?

Poppy Seeds is the top pick here. Use 1:1 and adjust only after a test bake.

How do I substitute sesame seeds in yeasted dough?

Replace using 1:1, mix as usual, then tune liquid and bake time in small steps if needed.

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