Our sesame cookie recipe has been enjoyed and passed down for at least three generations. This recipe for Italian cookies is one that a bakery wishes it could replicate. The simple yet unique flavor is universally loved by all in our ever expanding and diverse family.

Sesame cookies are an old fashion Italian cookie that are traditionally made during the Christmas holiday season. These Christmas cookies are a perfect pairing to a fresh cup of hot coffee, or double shot of espresso!

Sesame cookies

Recipe by Joe and Susie

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Course: DessertCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

25

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

35

minutes

Sesame cookies are a traditional Italian Christmas cookie that cannot be replicated by a bakery!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all purpose flour

• 3/4 cup sugar

• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 2/3 cup Crisco

• 1 medium egg

• 1/4 cup milk

• 1 tsp vanilla

Directions

• Mix all dry ingredients together. Cut crisco into the dry ingredients.
• Add egg, milk and vanilla. Mix together until it holds together.
• Knead (put flour on your hands if sticky) until dough is smooth.
• Pinch off a piece of dough and roll into a log about 3 inches long and an inch wide. Roll log in sesame seeds and place on a greased cookie sheet.
• Bake at 375 for 30-45 minutes until bottoms are lightly browned. Every oven is different!

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Notes

• This is an “old school” Italian cookie traditionally made for the holidays, however these can be enjoyed year round!

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