Description
Chewy honey sesame cookies with crisp edges, soft centers, toasted sesame seeds, and rich honey sweetness for a cozy homemade treat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups (155 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 3 tablespoons white sesame seeds, lightly toasted
- 2 tablespoons white or black sesame seeds, for rolling tops
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and slightly fluffy.
- Beat in honey, then add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing just until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then stir in the toasted sesame seeds.
- Cover the bowl and chill the dough for 30–45 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and press the tops into the reserved sesame seeds.
- Arrange on baking sheets with space to spread and bake 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Lightly brush warm tops with a thin honey-water mixture or drizzle a simple honey glaze before serving.
Notes
For extra nutty flavor, toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over low heat until fragrant, then cool before using.
Chilling the dough helps control spread and enhances chewiness.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature; they stay soft for several days thanks to the honey.
Pair these cookies with tea or coffee, or add them to a dessert platter with other favorites like soft frosted eggnog cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
