Description
Sesame Honey Cookies are a delightful fusion of nutty sesame and sweet honey, offering a unique treat that’s both wholesome and satisfying. These cookies are simple to make, featuring a chewy texture with subtle crispness—perfect for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying them at tea time, gifting them to friends, or treating yourself to a healthier dessert. With their rich tahini flavor and toasted sesame seeds, these cookies will impress anyone who tries them. Plus, they can be easily adapted to suit various dietary preferences, making them an ideal choice for everyone.
Ingredients
- ½ cup tahini (sesame paste)
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix tahini, honey, butter (or coconut oil), egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; combine with wet ingredients.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, flatten slightly, and press into sesame seeds.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Use fresh tahini for richer flavor. Experiment with different types of honey for unique notes in your cookies. Chill the dough if it feels too sticky before shaping.