Greek Sesame Rings

Gluten-Free Greek Sesame Rings Recipe

The aroma of Greek sesame rings baking instantly puts a smile on my face. When I was a little girl, I would sit on my father’s lap and dunk these into his black coffee whilst he quietly read The Greek Herald. I loved helping mum roll the cookie dough and creating a mess in the kitchen.

The combination of cinnamon, orange zest, and ouzo (a Greek anise-flavored liquor, similar to sambuca) creates a beautiful aromatic biscuit. These are not overly sweet, so they are perfect for afternoon tea and coffee. Hopefully, you’ll now create some beautiful ‘dunking’ memories with your own family!

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Greek Sesame Rings
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Gluten-Free Greek Sesame Rings

Prep Time25 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 30 cookies (approximately)
Calories: 128kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ pound unsalted butter , room temperature
  • 1 cup raw sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ouzo
  • 3 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange

For topping:

  • 1 large egg , beaten
  • Sesame seeds , for sprinkling
  • Demerara or turbinado sugar , for sprinkling

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In a mixer, beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg, vanilla, and ouzo, and beat to combine. Add all dry ingredients, orange zest, and orange juice. Mix until just combined.
  • Roll a small ball of dough into a log and twist to create a circle. Pinch end to seal. Continue until all the dough is used; you should have about 30 cookies.
  • Brush with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and demerara sugar.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Gluten-Free Greek Sesame Rings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Cholesterol 27mg9%
Sodium 32mg1%
Potassium 29mg1%
Carbohydrates 16g5%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 215IU4%
Vitamin C 2.3mg3%
Calcium 20mg2%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Greek Sesame Rings Recipe

Disclaimer: All nutrition facts on Gluten Free & More are meant only as a guide and may differ depending on product brands used or ingredient substitutions. Some errors may occur, so you are encouraged to confirm the recipe’s ingredient and nutrition suitability for your own diet.
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