Ingredients for Sesame Stars
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup tahini
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
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How to Make Sesame Stars
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter, ½ cup granulated sugar, and ½ cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 cup tahini, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- (Optional) Sprinkle cookies with 2 tablespoons sesame seeds.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
34 g
Sugar
265g
Fat
172g
Carbs
59g
