Description
Chewy cookies with a delightful combination of bright orange and nutty black sesame flavors, perfect for a comforting treat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 egg
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup black sesame seeds
- Optional: 1 tablespoon black sesame paste
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix softened butter with brown sugar and white sugar until it looks creamy and smooth.
- Add the egg, vanilla, orange zest, and a small splash of orange juice.
- Sprinkle in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir just until the flour disappears.
- Fold in the black sesame seeds and the optional paste, swirling it lightly.
- Scoop the dough into balls and space them out on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the centers look a little underdone.
- Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
Notes
Toast the black sesame seeds for better flavor, and use fresh orange zest for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion