Poppy Seeds

Poppy Seeds are a classic bakery ingredient, useful for adding crunch, appearance and a mild nutty character to breads, rolls, biscuits and other bakes. These blue poppy seeds are very small and grey-blue in colour, with the characteristic flavour and aroma of poppy seed and a crisp texture.

They are especially good as a topping for loaves and rolls, where they can give an attractive contrast as the dough opens up during baking. They can also be mixed into doughs, biscuits and seed blends, or used to add crunch to savoury dishes and salads.

Because they are so small, poppy seeds are easy to scatter evenly and combine well with other seeds in toppings and dough mixes. They are a useful store-cupboard ingredient for bakers who like seeded breads and rolls, or who want a more decorative finish on buns, crackers and other savoury bakes.