Kahk (Eid Cookies)

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1. 1Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sesame seeds, sugar, cinnamon, yeast, and salt. Stir with a fork, then add the ghee and warm water and beat with an electric hand mixer until a soft, pliable dough forms.
2. 2Step 2: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest for 1 hour.
3. 3Step 3: Meanwhile, make the filling: In a small pot over medium heat, melt the ghee, then add the flour and stir until golden brown.
4. 4Step 4: Reduce the heat to low, add the sesame seeds and honey, and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. 5Step 5: Remove the pot from the heat, add the nuts and mix well to incorporate.
6. 6Step 6: Let the filling cool for 10 minutes, then form into 24 small balls.
7. 7Step 7: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. 8Step 8: Once the dough has rested, roll into 24 balls.
9. 9Step 9: Press a ball of the filling into the center of a dough ball, then wrap in the dough and roll again into a ball that completely encases the filling. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling. Arrange the cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
10. 10Step 10: Press the cookies lightly into a Mamoul tool, or make a crosshatch pattern using a fork.
11. 11Step 11: Bake the cookies for 18–20 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown.
12. 12Step 12: Let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
13. 13Step 13: When ready to serve, dust the cookies with powdered sugar.
14. 14Step 14: Enjoy!