Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Sesame and Pumpkin Seed Cookies:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds and pumpkin seeds until they become fragrant and lightly browned. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Once toasted, set aside to cool.
- In a medium-sized bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the toasted sesame seeds and pumpkin seeds, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Use a fork to gently flatten each cookie and create a crisscross pattern on the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container. Enjoy your delicious Sesame and Pumpkin Seed Cookies!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other ingredients like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or spices to suit your taste preferences.
