Reginelle Siciliane (Sesame Cookies)
Traditional Sicilian sesame cookies with a crisp golden exterior and tender interior, coated in nutty sesame seeds and lightly sweetened.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 25 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (150g) sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add chilled butter and work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- Lightly knead until smooth, avoiding overworking.
- Shape dough into small logs about 2–3 inches long.
- Roll each log in sesame seeds, pressing gently to coat.
- Place cookies on the baking sheet with space between them.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Do not overwork the dough to keep cookies tender.
- Toasting sesame seeds enhances flavor.
- Chilled butter helps maintain proper texture.
- Cookies are mildly sweet and pair well with drinks.
- Store in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
