Reginelle aka sesame cookies

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 cup sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in Butter:
   • Add the cold butter pieces to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add Wet Ingredients:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Add this mixture to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.
5. Shape the Cookies:
   • Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a log about 1/2 inch in diameter. Cut each log into 2-inch pieces.
6. Coat with Sesame Seeds:
   • Place the toasted sesame seeds in a shallow dish. Roll each cookie piece in the sesame seeds, pressing gently to ensure the seeds adhere.
7. Bake:
   • Place the sesame-coated cookies on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
8. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

• Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. This will enhance their flavor.
• Ensure the butter is cold when adding it to the flour mixture for a tender, crumbly texture.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Enjoy your Reginelle, a delightful and crunchy sesame cookie perfect with a cup of coffee or tea!