Barazek Recipe

Ingredients for Barazek

• 1 cup sesame seeds
• Honey
• Eggs
• Ghee
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• Semolina
• Salt
• Milk
• Pistachios

How to Make Barazek

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and rose water (if using).
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Stir in the sesame seeds.
7. Roll the dough into small balls (about 1-2 inches in diameter).
8. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Enjoy your delicious Barazek with a cup of Turkish coffee or hot tea!