Baraziq Sesame Cookies Syria Middle East Recipe

Discover the irresistible taste of authentic Syrian Baraziq Sesame Cookies! This recipe, inspired by a 2002 Mediterranean street food cookbook, guides you through creating these delightful, nutty, and subtly sweet treats. Perfect for afternoon tea, festive gatherings, or a special treat, these cookies are surprisingly easy to make and boast a captivating blend of textures and flavors. Get ready to impress with these Middle Eastern gems!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 210.7 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baraziq Sesame Cookies Syria Middle East

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How to Make Baraziq Sesame Cookies Syria Middle East

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar using a wooden spoon or electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, and a pinch of salt to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix well.
  4. Gradually add 2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Gently knead the dough with your hands until it forms a soft ball. Add 1-2 tablespoons of additional flour, if needed, to prevent stickiness.
  7. Divide the dough into 18 equal pieces and roll each into a small ball.
  8. In separate shallow dishes, prepare three stations: one with 1 egg white lightly beaten, one with ½ cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped, and one with ½ cup sesame seeds.
  9. Gently flatten each dough ball into a 2 ½-inch disk. Dip each disk in the egg white, then press one side into the pistachios and the other side into the sesame seeds, ensuring complete coverage.
  10. Arrange the coated cookies, pistachio-side down, on the prepared baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
  12. Store uneaten cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

21g

Carbs

6g