Sesame Seed Cookies

 Sesame Seed Cookies

Cookie Recipe Directions

1. Gather Ingredients:

   • 2 cups softened butter or oleo
   • 1 ½ cups sugar
   • 3 cups flour
   • 1 cup sesame seeds
   • 2 cups coconut (optional)
   • ½ cup finely chopped almonds

2. Prepare Dough:

   • In a bowl, cream the butter.
   • Gradually add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
   • Add flour and mix until just combined.
   • Stir in sesame seeds, coconut (if using), and nuts until well mixed.

3. Shape Dough:

   • Divide the dough into thirds.
   • On a long sheet of waxed paper, shape one third into a long roll (2 inches in diameter).
   • Repeat with the remaining dough.
   • Wrap rolls and refrigerate until firm.

4. Bake Cookies:

   • Preheat the oven to 300°F.
   • Cut the chilled rolls into ¼ inch slices.
   • Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet for 30 minutes.
   • Remove cookies to a wire rack to cool.

Yield: About 6 dozen cookies.