Biscotti Regina (Sesame Cookies) Recipe

Name: Biscotti Regina (Sesame Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup milk; 2 cups sesame seeds; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup sugar; 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 lb unsalted butter, cut into pieces and softened; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Servings: persons

1/2 cup milk
2 cups sesame seeds
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb unsalted butter, cut into pieces and softened
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

1
Preheat oven 375u00b0F; butter and flour two large baking sheets.
2
Pour milk into a shallow bowl. Spread sesame seeds on a piece of wax paper. Set aside.
3
In the large bowl of an electric mixer, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. On Low speed, beat in the butter a little at a time.
4
In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, vanilla, and orange zest. Stir the egg mixture into the dry ingredients until well blended.
5
Pinch off a piece of dough the size of a golf ball and shape into a log 2 1/2 inches long and 3/4 inch thick.
6
Dip the log in the milk, then roll it in the sesame seeds. Place on a prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly. Continue with the remaining dough, placing cookies about 1 inch apart.
7
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until well browned. Let cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely. Store in airtight container.

1823

kcal

Calories

113

Fat

174

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup milk, 2 cups sesame seeds, 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Biscotti Regina (Sesame Cookies) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Biscotti Regina (Sesame Cookies)

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