Sesame Seed Cookies
Crunchy, nutty cookies rolled in toasted sesame seeds. A simple, satisfying treat that comes together quickly with pantry staples.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 24
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the 0.5 cup sesame seeds on a plate.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1.5 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon salt.
- 3
In a large bowl, beat the 0.5 cup softened butter and 0.75 cup sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in the 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla until combined.
- 4
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- 5
Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in the sesame seeds, pressing gently to coat. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- 6
Bake until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set, about 12-14 minutes. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- mixing bowls
- whisk
- electric mixer (or spoon)
- wire rack
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