They are a popular Chinese dessert made from glutinous rice flour dough coated with sesame seeds before being deep-fried.

Rice flour gives these cookies a very fine texture, an also results in a gluten-free dessert. Letting the dough rest allows the flour to absorb moisture, making it less crumbly and easier to handle.

For Thanksgiving this year, try something different with this vegan pecan paht pie made with a sweet red bean filling.