Description
These Italian Sesame Cookies are a delightful treat with a nutty crunch from sesame seeds and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Coating:
- 3/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup milk (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape cookies: Pinch off small pieces of dough and roll them into 2-inch logs. Dip each log lightly in milk, then roll in sesame seeds to coat.
- Bake: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18–20 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- These cookies pair well with coffee or tea.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
