Kurdish Baqsome

Welcome to the delightful world of Kurdish cuisine with these irresistible Baqsomé Coconut Cookies. With a crunchy exterior enveloped in sesame seeds and a soft, coconut-infused interior, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, they are sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

🥚 3 eggs
🫒 1 cup oil
🧂 1 cup sugar
🍶 1 tablespoon baking powder
🥥 2 cups shredded coconut
🌾 2 and 3/4 cups flour
🌿 Sesame seeds (for coating)

Instructions

1- Preheat Oven:

Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2- Mix Wet Ingredients:

In a large mixing bowl, break in 3 eggs.
Add 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of oil.
Using a whisk or an electric mixer, blend the ingredients until you have a smooth mixture.

3- Add Baking Powder:

Incorporate 1 tablespoon of baking powder into the wet ingredients.
Stir well until everything is combined.

4- Mix in Coconut:

Gently fold in 2 cups of shredded coconut into the mixture.
Blend until the coconut is evenly distributed throughout the batter.

5- Add Flour Gradually:

Gradually add 2 and 3/4 cups of flour to the mixture.
Add one cup at a time, making sure to fully incorporate the flour before adding more.
The dough should be firm enough to shape into balls.

6- Shape Cookies:

Dip your hands in a little oil to prevent sticking.
Scoop out small portions of the dough, rolling them into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter based on your preference.

7- Coat with Sesame Seeds:

Roll each dough ball in sesame seeds until fully coated.
Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them to allow for spreading.

8- Bake:

Transfer the baking sheet to the oven.
Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown on the outside.

9- Cool and Serve:

Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Enjoy them fresh and warm or store them in an airtight container for later.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: Approximately 24 cookies
Calories: 130 per cookie
Proteins: 2g
Fats: 8g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Equipment: Mixing bowl, whisk/electric mixer, baking sheet, parchment paper, measuring cups, wire rack