Chocolate-Covered Almond Cookies with Sesame Seeds

Here’s a delicious and unique recipe for Chocolate-Covered Almond Cookies with Sesame Seeds a crunchy, nutty, and slightly sweet treat with a satisfying chocolate finish.

🍪 Chocolate-Covered Almond Cookies with Sesame Seeds

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

• 1 cup (140g) all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

• ⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 large egg yolk

• ½ cup finely chopped roasted almonds

• 2 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted for more flavor)

For the Chocolate Coating:

• 4 oz (115g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped

• 1 tsp coconut oil or butter (optional, for shine and smoothness)

Instructions:

1. Prep:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. Cream Butter & Sugar:

   • In another large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

   • Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Mix well.

4. Add Almonds & Sesame:

   • Stir in the chopped almonds and sesame seeds.

   • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

5. Shape Cookies:

   • Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball. Flatten slightly on the baking sheet.

   • Repeat, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.

6. Bake:

   • Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.

   • Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Chocolate Coating:

   • Melt chocolate (and optional coconut oil) in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.

   • Dip each cookie halfway into the melted chocolate and place on parchment paper.

   • Sprinkle with extra sesame seeds if desired.

8. Set:

   • Let the chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes until firm.

🔁 Optional Variations:

• Use white chocolate or milk chocolate instead of dark for a different flavor.

• Add orange zest or a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for extra aroma.

• Use black sesame seeds for color contrast and a deeper sesame flavor.