Italian Seed Cookies
Delight in the rustic charm of *Italian Seed Cookies*, a classic treat that balances buttery richness with the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds. These traditional Italian cookies are tender yet crisp, thanks to a simple dough made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and sugar, flavored with a touch of vanilla. Hand-shaped into petite logs and generously rolled in sesame seeds, they achieve a golden, toasty finish after baking. Perfectly paired with a steaming espresso or a cup of tea, these cookies are as comforting as they are elegant. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe yields a batch of 24 cookies, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings or an everyday indulgence. Keywords: Italian sesame seed cookies, traditional Italian cookie recipe, sesame seed dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 whole large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.75 cup sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until the dough comes together. It should be soft but not sticky.
Place the sesame seeds in a shallow bowl or plate.
Using your hands, pinch off about 1 tablespoon of dough at a time and roll it into a small log shape, about 2 inches long.
Roll each shaped dough log into the sesame seeds, coating it evenly on all sides.
Place the coated cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, until the cookies are lightly golden on the bottom and the sesame seeds are toasted.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve with coffee or tea and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.8 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.5 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 316 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 1192 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 346.1 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.0 g | ||
| Protein | 59.3 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 862 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
