Sesame’s nutty flavors can pack a bitter undertone, which is why these sesame cookies use licorice-like anise and bright citrus zest to neutralize the earthiness for a more balanced flavor. Other ingredients of note are almond extract, which helps to bring out even more of the fragrance of sesame, and rye flour, which adds a bit of whole grain and subtle tartness.
The cookies are plain and simple: Make the dough, chill in the freezer briefly to make the portioning easier, then shape, coat in sesame seeds, and bake. The egg wash is sweetened with a touch of honey to add a gentle shine and sweetness. The cookies will expand just a touch during the bake, so place them about 1″ apart to avoid them melting into each other.
Perfect with a cup of masala chai, hot chocolate, or hot toddy, these not-too-sweet treats are great for a light breakfast or afternoon tea. Once baked, the cookies can be stored at room temperature in a closed container for up to 1 week, or frozen for longer storage. The dough can be refrigerated for up to 3 days before shaping and baking.
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June Xie is the current Senior Food Producer for Delish, where she hosts recipe videos and the wildly popular YouTube show, Budget Eats. She previously worked in numerous restaurant kitchens throughout NYC before first joining Delish as our Test Kitchen Assistant and chief baking expert with a passion for bread dough, peanut butter, whipped cream, and gluten free cookies. She also loves staring at alpacas.
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