Kwanzaa: Benne Wafers | Submitted By: Holly

1 cup sesame seeds3/4 cup butter, melted1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powderPreheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place the benne (sesame) seeds on an ungreased baking sheet and toast for 10 to 12 minutes, until light brown. Watch closes so that they don 't burn. In a large bowl mix the brown sugar, melted butter or margarine, egg, vanilla extract, flour, salt, baking powder and toasted sesame seeds together until combined. Drop dough by 1/2 teaspoonfuls 1 1/2 inches apart onto a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 4 to 6 minutes, until light brown. Let cookies cool for about 2 minutes before removing from baking sheets to a wire rack to cool completely. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 106 | Total Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 16mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Servings Per Recipe: 36

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 106

Total Fat: 6gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 64mgTotal Carbs: 12.6g    Dietary Fiber: 0.6gProtein: 1.3g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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Reviewed on Sep. 23, 2006 by Michelle    I just now made these cookies....absolutely delicious! Thin, yet with Outstanding flavor, buttery, and just enough crispness and crunch! Thanks for the tip of the parchament paper, guys, it worked like a breeze! No sticking to the pan whatsoever. For flavor- I do not like bland cookies so just to be safe I added the teaspoon of vanilla plus half a teaspoon of almond extract. Went beautifully with the nutty sesame flavor....mmmmmm....mouthwatering.......can't stop eating them :) Thank you so much, Holly! You're recipe is DEFINATELY worth saving. If you like sesame flavor or want to try it in a new way- this recipe is for you! caution: be sure your drops are no bigger than 1 teaspoon, or if you do put them at least 2 and 1/2 inches apart. They like to spread out and get cuddly....:) Take em out when dark around the edges but not burnt...they will be soft and breakable but hardens quick enough...messed up a few cookies when I removed the parchament from pan right out of the oven.....be 'steady' and you'll be fine! Sorry I went on so long, hope ya try these and have success! Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
23 users found this review helpful I just now made these cookies....absolutely delicious! Thin, yet with Outstanding flavor,...

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