Tiger Bread Dutch Crunch Rolls

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 3 1/2 cups bread flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• For the topping:
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1/3 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
• 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
• 2 teaspoons dried onion flakes
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of canola oil.
2. Stir in the bread flour and salt and mix until the dough is smooth.
3. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and allow the dough to rise for 1 hour.
4. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
5. Roll each piece of dough into a ball and place on a greased baking sheet.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of canola oil, sugar, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, onion flakes, garlic powder, oregano, and paprika.
7. Brush the rolls with the topping mixture.
8. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Interesting Facts

• Tiger Bread, also known as Dutch Crunch Bread, is a traditional Dutch bread that is popular in the Netherlands and other parts of Europe.
• The distinctive crunchy topping, known as korst, is made with a mixture of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and other spices.
• Tiger Bread is often served with butter or cheese as a snack.