Nut-Free Sesame Pastry
Delightfully crisp and golden, these Nut-Free Sesame Pastries offer a sophisticated twist on a classic treat while catering to those with nut allergies. Crafted with a buttery homemade dough and filled with a luscious black sesame paste sweetened with honey and enriched with a hint of vanilla, this recipe blends simplicity with elegance. Topped with a sprinkle of black sesame seeds for added crunch and visual flair, these pastries are baked to perfection and ready to impress. From their flaky texture to the earthy depth of sesame flavor, these bite-sized treats are ideal for sharing at gatherings or savoring with a cup of tea. Plus, they’re conveniently easy to prepare in just under an hour! Whether you’re seeking allergy-friendly snacks or a unique dessert, this nut-free sesame pastry recipe combines indulgence with inclusivity, perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Sugar
- 125 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 ml Cold water
- 1 pinch Salt
- 100 grams Black sesame seeds
- 30 ml Honey
- 20 ml Sesame oil
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Extra black sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Cut the cold butter into small cubes and rub into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add cold water, mixing with a fork until the dough starts to come together. Form the mixture into a ball, wrap it in cling film, and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow it to firm up.
While the dough is chilling, prepare the sesame filling. In a small food processor, grind the black sesame seeds until finely ground.
In a medium bowl, mix the ground sesame seeds with honey, sesame oil, and vanilla extract until a smooth paste forms.
Once the dough has chilled, roll it out on a floured surface to a thickness of about 3mm (1/8 inch). Cut the dough into roughly 10x10cm (4x4 inch) squares.
Place a teaspoon of sesame filling in the center of each square. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal it tightly.
Place each pastry on the prepared baking tray. Beat the egg and brush the top of each pastry with the egg wash.
Sprinkle with extra black sesame seeds for garnish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and crisp.
Allow the pastries to cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy these nut-free sesame pastries warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.6 g | 246% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.3 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 473 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 276 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.3 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1206 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 440 mg | 9% | |
*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.
