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Black sesame cookies with charcoal-speckled centers and crisp golden edges on parchment, one broken open to show chew.; title text reads Easy Black Sesame Cookies Recipe
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Easy Black Sesame Cookies Recipe

Nutty black sesame cookies with crisp edges, chewy centers and a controlled spread.
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Prep Time 18 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian American
Calories: 155
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 180 grams
  • 1/2 cup finely ground toasted black sesame 55 grams
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 tablespoons whole black sesame seeds for rolling

Equipment

  • Sheet pans
  • Parchment
  • Mixer
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

  1. Whisk flour, ground sesame, baking soda and salt.
  2. Beat butter and both sugars until smooth, not excessively fluffy.
  3. Beat in egg and vanilla, then mix in dry ingredients just until uniform.
  4. Chill dough 30 minutes and heat oven to 350°F.
  5. Scoop 2-tablespoon portions, roll in sesame and space 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until edges set; cool 5 minutes on the pan.

Notes

  • Read relevant ingredient labels and the manual for any appliance used.
  • Begin checking at the early end of the time range.
  • USDA recommends prompt refrigeration of perishable leftovers and safe reheating.
  • This recipe was developed through culinary research and editorial review.