Sesame Lemon Crisps

Sesame Lemon Crisps

These delicate cookies are elegant and lovely for any holiday gathering. They also would be suitable for an afternoon tea. The lemon and sesame seeds make this cookie perfect for an international spread for a buffet. Impress your friends with these easy to make cookies!

Yield:
5 dozen
Servings:
5

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ cup sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) Grease cookie sheets. Set aside.

Step 2
Spread sesame seeds in 9×9 inch baking pan. Toast in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool. Increase oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 3
Melt butter and cool a bit. Stir in sugar, lemon rind, egg, sesame seeds, flour, and baking powder.

Step 4
Drop by 1/2 teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 1 to 2 minutes before removing from cookie sheets. Cool cookies on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

518
Calories
27g
Fat
66g
Carbs
7g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 518
% Daily Value *
Total Fat27g 34%
Saturated Fat13g 65%
Cholesterol86mg 29%
Sodium184mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate66g 24%
Dietary Fiber2g 9%
Total Sugars43g
Protein7g
Vitamin C1mg 4%
Calcium206mg 16%
Iron4mg 21%
Potassium173mg 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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