Indulge in the crisp and nutty goodness of golden sesame cookies with this easy recipe. These homemade treats are perfect for snacking or as gifts for friends and family. The combination of butter, sugar, and aromatic sesame seeds creates a delightful flavor that will leave you wanting more. In just a few simple steps, you can enjoy these golden, irresistible cookies with a cup of tea or coffee. Get ready to impress with this delicious American cookie recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sesame seeds, toasted
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the toasted sesame seeds in a shallow dish.
- Take small pieces of dough and roll them into balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll each ball in the sesame seeds, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Place the coated balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Using the back of a spoon, flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies turn golden brown around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the golden sesame cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
