Description
These delicious Italian Sesame Cookies are a delightful treat with a nutty flavor and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Coating:
- 1 cup sesame seeds (untoasted)
- 1/4 cup milk (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture.
- Form Cookies: Pinch off dough pieces, form into logs or ovals. Dip in milk, then coat with sesame seeds.
- Bake: Place cookies on baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
- Cool and Serve: Cool on pan briefly, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Shape cookies into crescents or twists for a traditional look.
- Store in airtight container for up to a week.
- Toast sesame seeds lightly for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
