3-Ingredient Crispy Sesame Seed Cookies (Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Sugar-Free)
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About 3-Ingredient Crispy Sesame Seed Cookies (Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Sugar-Free)
Indulge in these incredibly healthy and delicious 3-ingredient sesame seed cookies! Perfect for a gluten-free, oil-free, and sugar-free treat, these crispy cookies are surprisingly simple to make.Made with just sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, and banana, they're naturally sweet and packed with nutrients. A perfect guilt-free snack or a unique addition to your holiday baking.These cookies are incredibly versatile; feel free to experiment with adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra flavor boost!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook10 minutes
Total25 minutes
Ingredients
Seeds
- 1/2 cup Sesame Seeds also known as til. dry roasting enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds
Binder & Sweetener
Baking
- 1 sheet Parchment Paper
Instructions
Prepare the Sesame Seeds
- Dry roast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until lightly golden brown. Let cool completely.
Combine Ingredients
- Mix the cooled sesame seeds with the pumpkin seeds in a medium bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mash the banana with a fork until smooth. Add the honey (if using) and mix well.
- Combine the mashed banana mixture with the seed mixture. Mix thoroughly until a dough forms.
Bake the Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies are firm to the touch.
Cool and Store
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool further.
- Once completely cool and crisp, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Cookies:
- Toasting the sesame seeds is crucial: It intensifies their flavor and adds a lovely nutty aroma.
- Use ripe bananas: The riper the banana, the sweeter and more naturally moist your cookies will be.
- Don't overbake: Overbaked cookies will be dry and crumbly. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes of baking.
- Experiment with flavors: Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or even cardamom for a warm, spiced cookie.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 333kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 479mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 258mgIron: 6mg
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This recipe is genuinely clever – wholesome, simple, and flexible. It’s perfect for anyone looking for an easy, healthier cookie with minimal fuss. Whether for an everyday snack or a creative holiday treat, it’s charming and satisfying.
Such a great recipe! Can’t wait to try it.
This is so tempting! Thank you.
Looks so incredible! Thank you for sharing.
Perfect dish! Can’t wait to cook it.