In the canon of store-cupboard bakes, this is the most store-cupboard thing I have ever come up with: these cookies consist of very few ingredients and come together in next to no time. Think of these as Greek amaretti (the soft chewy kind). If you can get hold of black sesame seeds, then use a mixture as it looks striking. If not, don’t worry as it doesn’t make a noticeable difference to the flavour.
While they are wonderful any time of the year, tahinobiskoto are an excellent Christmas offering. They’re embarrassingly easy to throw together, and keep well in a sealed container or bag. You could even drizzle with a little dark chocolate before sprinkling with more sesame seeds, if you like.
