Topped With Sesame Seeds And Poppy Seeds

Sesame seeds and poppy seeds are small, edible seeds from different flowering plants. Sesame seeds come from the Sesamum indicum plant, while poppy seeds come from the Papaver somniferum plant. Both are harvested and then typically dried or lightly toasted.

These seeds are often used as a topping for baked goods like breads, bagels, and rolls, adding texture and a nutty flavor. They can also be incorporated into spice blends, used in salads, or ground into pastes like tahini (from sesame seeds).

Sesame seeds and poppy seeds are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as food ingredients. They are a source of fiber, healthy fats, and minerals. While generally safe, poppy seeds can sometimes contain trace amounts of opiates from the plant's latex, which may be a concern for drug testing, though levels in food are typically very low. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated seeds and their components.