Kaak Cookies With A Sesame Anise Glaze Recipes

KAAK (COOKIES WITH A SESAME-ANISE GLAZE)

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, oil, and egg until smooth and homogeneous.
• In another bowl, combine the flour, semolina, cornstarch, salt, vanilla bean paste, baking powder, and anise seeds.
• Gradually whisk the milk mixture into the dry ingredients until it is completely incorporated. The dough should be soft and sticky. Cover and set aside for 1 hour.
• After the dough has rested, it should have a smooth consistency and should not feel sticky anymore.
• To form the cookies, divide the dough into apricot-sized balls and roll them into little sausages, about 8 inches (20 cm) long. Join the ends to form rings about 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter.
• Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Whisk the egg, milk, and vinegar together and pour into a shallow dish.
• Mix the sesame seeds and anise seeds in another dish.
• Dip the cookie base into the egg mixture and then into the seed mixture. Arrange the kaak, seed side up, on the prepared pan.
• Bake for 20-30 minutes, until golden brown.
• After baking, cool the cookies for at least 30 minutes before dipping them into a cup of tea.