Chebakia (Moroccan Sesame Cookies) | Hilda's Kitchen Blog

Ingredients

• pinch saffron threads ((diluted in 2 tablespoons warm water))
• 1 cup toasted sesame seeds ((divided))
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ teaspoon cinnamon powder
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon cardamom powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 medium egg
• ¼ cup unsalted butter ((melted))
• 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
• 1 teaspoon anise extract
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon orange blossom water ((or rose water))
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ½ cup honey
• 3 cups canola or vegetable oil ((more or less depending on pot size))