Print

Sesame Honey Cookies Recipe

Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.8 from 85 reviews

These delightful Sesame Honey Cookies combine the nutty flavor of toasted sesame seeds with the natural sweetness of honey for a chewy and aromatic treat. Perfectly balanced with brown and granulated sugars and a hint of vanilla, these cookies offer a rich texture and crisp edges that melt in your mouth. Ideal for an afternoon snack or a sweet addition to your tea time.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 8 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping

  • 6 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt until evenly combined. Set this mixture aside.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light in color and fluffy in texture.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the honey, egg, and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar mixture until everything is smooth and fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the whisked dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until a dough forms without overworking.
  5. Mix in Sesame Seeds: Stir in 4 tablespoons of the toasted sesame seeds evenly through the dough to infuse it with their nutty flavor.
  6. Chill Dough: Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight to enhance flavor and improve the dough’s texture for rolling and baking.
  7. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  8. Portion and Coat Cookies: Using a tablespoon size measure, scoop 1.5-tablespoon portions of dough. Roll the top of each dough ball into the remaining 2 tablespoons of toasted sesame seeds, coating them evenly.
  9. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  10. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn a golden color while the centers remain slightly soft to touch.
  11. Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them carefully to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Serve or Store: Enjoy these sesame honey cookies warm, or store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is essential for flavor development and maintaining cookie shape during baking.
  • For an even deeper sesame flavor, consider using a mix of white and black toasted sesame seeds.
  • Ensure the butter is just softened, not melted, to achieve the best texture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh.
  • For a crunchier cookie, bake an extra 1-2 minutes but watch closely to prevent burning.

Keywords: Sesame Honey Cookies, Honey Cookies, Sesame Seed Cookies, Sweet Snack, Homemade Cookies

Find it online: https://platedandproud.com/sesame-honey-cookies-recipe/