In a big bowl, mix sugar, orange juice, olive oil, cognac, orange extract and the orange zest.

Add the baking soda and the baking powder and gradually start adding flour.

The mixture will slowly start to thicken and gradually it will turn into a soft dough. Mixing with your hand, helps you to feel when to stop adding flour. The dough is ready, when it sticks a little at the tips of your fingers.

Use olive oil to gather the dough easily, cover it with a clean towel and let it rest for 30 min.

Oil your hands and your working surface. Take small pieces of dough and form them in any shape you like.

For more flavor and color, you can brush them with the honey-water mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake in a preheated oven, at 190°C / 375°F, middle position, for 20 min, until they're golden brown. Enjoy!