Toasted Sesame Honey Cookies
Toasted Sesame Honey Cookies
These Toasted Sesame Honey Cookies combine the rich, nutty flavour of toasted sesame with the natural sweetness of BeeBlend Sesame Honey. Soft in the centre with lightly golden edges, they're an easy homemade cookie with a delicious balance of sweet and savoury flavours.
Made with tahini, sesame seeds and Sesame Honey, these cookies are perfect with a cup of tea or coffee, as an afternoon treat or whenever you're craving something a little different. The honey adds sweetness and depth, while toasted sesame gives every bite its distinctive nutty finish.
Toasted Sesame Honey Cookies Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Makes: Approximately 12 cookies
Ingredients
120g plain flour
½ tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
75g unsalted butter, softened
60g light brown sugar
2 tbsp BeeBlend Sesame Honey
2 tbsp tahini
1 egg yolk
½ tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp sesame seeds, lightly toasted
Extra sesame seeds for finishing
Method
Preheat the oven to 180°C / 160°C fan and line a baking tray with baking paper.
Combine the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and light brown sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the BeeBlend Sesame Honey, tahini, egg yolk and vanilla extract, then mix until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until a soft cookie dough forms. Fold through the toasted sesame seeds.
Shape the dough into approximately 12 balls and arrange them on the prepared baking tray, leaving space between each cookie. Gently flatten each one and sprinkle with a few extra sesame seeds.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy these Sesame Honey Cookies slightly warm with tea or coffee, serve them as part of an afternoon spread, or pair them with fresh fruit for a simple dessert. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Honey Used in This Recipe
BeeBlend Sesame Honey
BeeBlend Sesame Honey is a natural match for these cookies, bringing together rich honey sweetness with distinctive toasted, nutty notes. Combined with tahini and sesame seeds, it gives the cookies their characteristic sweet and savoury flavour.
Toasted Sesame Honey Cookies FAQs
What do sesame honey cookies taste like?
Sesame honey cookies have a delicious balance of sweet and nutty flavours. BeeBlend Sesame Honey adds natural sweetness, while tahini and toasted sesame seeds create a rich, slightly savoury finish.
Can I make the cookie dough in advance?
Yes. You can prepare the cookie dough in advance and keep it covered in the fridge until you're ready to bake. Allow chilled dough to soften slightly if needed before shaping the cookies.
Why do you toast the sesame seeds?
Lightly toasting sesame seeds intensifies their naturally nutty flavour and adds extra depth to the cookies. Keep an eye on them while toasting as sesame seeds can brown quickly.
How should I store Sesame Honey Cookies?
Once completely cool, store the cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. They're ideal for making ahead and enjoying over the following few days.