Ingredients for Benne Cakes Sesame Cookies
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup toasted sesame seeds
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How to Make Benne Cakes Sesame Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or butter.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 cup sesame seeds.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your lucky Benne Cakes!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
26 g
Sugar
425g
Fat
116g
Carbs
61g
