Recipe: Simple Sesames
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the simplicity of these delightful Sesame Cookies. They’re easy to make, allowing you to prepare the dough in advance and bake whenever the craving strikes. Renowned for their taste, they often garner recipe requests from friends and family. While the origins may be traced back to a possible inspiration from Bon Appétit, the true joy lies in savoring each bite of these sweet treats.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, < 60 Mins
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 169.6
- Fat: 12.3g
- Saturated Fat: 7.2g
- Cholesterol: 20.3mg
- Sodium: 61.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 6.6g
- Protein: 2g
Servings: 48 sesames
Ingredients:
- 2 cups butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions:
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Cream the Butter:
In a large mixer bowl, cream the butter until smooth and creamy. -
Add Sugar:
Gradually add the sugar to the butter, continuing to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. -
Incorporate Flour:
Add the all-purpose flour to the mixture and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. -
Add Sesame Seeds, Coconut, and Almonds:
Stir in the sesame seeds, shredded coconut, and sliced almonds until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. -
Divide the Dough:
Divide the dough into thirds. -
Shape the Dough:
Place one third of the dough onto a long sheet of wax paper. Shape it into a long roll about 2 inches in diameter. Repeat this process with the remaining dough. -
Refrigerate the Dough:
Wrap the dough rolls in the wax paper and refrigerate them until they are firm. -
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). -
Slice the Dough:
Once the dough is firm, remove it from the refrigerator and cut the rolls into 1/4-inch slices. -
Bake:
Place the sliced dough onto ungreased cookie sheets and bake them in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown. -
Cool:
Remove the baked cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely before serving or storing.
These Simple Sesame Cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual snack or a special treat for guests. Enjoy the crunchy texture and nutty flavor with every bite! 🍪
