Ka'ak Halabi (Aleppo ka'ak)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, anise and milk powder. Add the lukewarm water and olive oil, then knead for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
2. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
3. Divide the dough into 8 pieces, roll each into a rope about 30 cm long, then join the ends to form a ring by pinching them together.
4. Place the rings on a lined baking tray. Let rest for 15 minutes.
5. Mix the egg yolk with the water, brush the rings, then sprinkle with sesame.
6. Bake at 200 °C for 18 to 20 minutes, until well browned. Let cool on a rack.