How to Toast Sesame Seeds

Small serving bowl of toasted seasame seeds with a spoon next to it overflowing with more seeds.

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Learn how to toast sesame seeds to perfection using the oven or stovetop. Both methods are easy and yield deliciously nutty and toasty seeds!

Course Tutorial

Cuisine American

Prep Time 0

Cook Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 46kcal

Author Yumna Jawad

Equipment

Ingredients

2.25 ounces (½ cup) sesame seeds

Instructions

In the Oven

Preheat the oven to 350˚F.
Place the sesame seeds on a quarter rimmed baking sheet and shake it around to evenly distribute the sesame seeds in a single layer.
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until they become fragrant and golden brown. Enjoy warm or store for later use at room temperature for up to 3 months.

On the Stovetop

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds to the dry pan and toast for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently until they become fragrant and golden brown. Enjoy warm or store for later use at room temperature for up to 3 months.

Notes

Storage: Homemade toasted sesame seeds can last typically around 2-3 weeks, when stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place such as the pantry. If stored in the fridge or freezer, they can last up to a few months.

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