Sesame Twists Recipe

Name: Sesame Twists
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature; 6 tablespoons margarine, room temperature; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons grated orange peel; 1 cup sugar; 1 large egg; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 4 cups all purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1 egg, beaten to blend (glaze); Sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
6 tablespoons margarine, room temperature
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons grated orange peel
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup orange juice
1 egg, beaten to blend (glaze)
Sesame seeds

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Grease cookie sheets.
3
Using electric mixer, beat first 4 ingredients in large bowl until well blended.
4
Beat in sugar, egg and vanilla extract.
5
Mix flour, baking powder and baking soda in medium bowl.
6
Stir dry ingredients into butter mixture alternately with orange juice, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
7
Divide dough into 6 balls.
8
Divide each ball into 6 pieces.
9
Roll out 1 dough piece between palms of hands and lightly floured surface to 16-inch-long rope.
10
Fold rope lengthwise in half.
11
Twist folded rope 4 to 5 times.
12
Bend 1 end to form candy cane hook and place on prepared cookie sheet.
13
Repeat with remaining dough pieces.
14
Brush cookies with egg glaze and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
15
Bake until light golden brown, about 25 minutes.
16
Cool.
17
(Can be made 1 week ahead.
18
Store airtight at room temperature.)

1053

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, 6 tablespoons margarine, room temperature, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons grated orange peel, and more.

Yes, Sesame Twists falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Sesame Twists

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions