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Toasted Sesame & Orange Cookies

Toasted Sesame & Orange Cookies for a Festive Flavor Burst

These Toasted Sesame & Orange Cookies are a delightful blend of nutty crunch and zesty orange, finished with a sweet honey glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Sesame Seeds Adds rich nutty flavor and crunch
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour Substitutable with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can be replaced with vegan butter
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg can be used for vegan version
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Fresh zest provides the best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup is a vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the toasted sesame seeds, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg and orange zest until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Brush with honey after cooling.
  9. Serve and enjoy with tea or mulled wine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure sesame seeds are well toasted before mixing into the dough. Always glaze after the cookies have cooled completely.

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