Recipe Overview 🍽️
These sesame seed and dark chocolate cookies combine the crunch of sesame seeds with the richness of dark chocolate. They offer a delightful texture and a unique flavor that will please fans of sweet and savory combinations. Perfect for an afternoon snack or as a treat, they are also very easy to prepare.
Prep Time | Total | Servings |
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15 Min | 30 Min | 12 Cookies |
History of the Recipe ✍️
Sesame seeds are widely used in Asian and Mediterranean cuisines, bringing a distinct flavor and crunchy texture. The pairing of sesame seeds with dark chocolate is a modern innovation that combines traditional ingredients into a contemporary treat.
Ingredients 🛒
listed in the order of use in the procedure:
- 100 g (1/2 cup) of unsalted butter (softened)
- 80 g (1/3 cup) of brown sugar
- 40 g (3 tablespoons) of white sugar
- 1 egg
- 150 g (1 1/4 cups) of all-purpose flour
- 30 g (1/4 cup) of sesame seeds (white or black)
- 50 g (1.75 oz) of dark chocolate (chopped or in chips)
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Steps (How to Make ) 🥣
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. Add the egg and mix well.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, sesame seeds, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate this mixture into the wet ingredients until a homogeneous dough forms.
- Add Chocolate: Gently fold in the chopped dark chocolate into the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon, drop balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each ball.
- Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chef Tips 👨🍳
- For an even richer flavor, lightly toast the sesame seeds before adding them to the dough.
- You can adjust the amount of dark chocolate according to your preferences
Possible Variations 🎭
- Add chopped nuts or almonds for extra crunch.
- Substitute dark chocolate with milk chocolate for a sweeter flavor.
Bake Time 🔥
The Sesame Seed and Dark Chocolate Cookies bake for 10 to 12 minutes. This baking time ensures that the cookies achieve a perfect balance of crispiness on the outside and chewy goodness on the inside. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking, as the ideal texture and flavor are best enjoyed when they are just slightly golden around the edges.
How to Store 🥡
Storage Tips for Sesame Seed and Dark Chocolate Cookies
How to Store Sesame Seed and Dark Chocolate Cookies
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 5 to 7
days. You can also freeze them for longer storage.
How Long Do Sesame Seed and Dark Chocolate Cookies Last
The cookies can last up to a week at room temperature and up to 3 months in
the freezer.
Food and Drink Pairings 🥂
These cookies pair perfectly with a glass of milk, a cup of green tea, or a light coffee.
Presentation Suggestion 🍽️
Serve the cookies on a wooden plate, garnished with a few sesame seeds on top for decoration, or stacked on a tray with a small pot of melted chocolate alongside for dipping.
Why It’s Healthy 💚
Sesame seeds are rich in calcium, protein, and unsaturated fatty acids, while dark chocolate contains beneficial antioxidants. These cookies are a tasty option while being more nutritious than many other desserts
Nutritional Value (per serving)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Protein: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 5 g