benne seed wafers
South Carolinians have referred to sesame seeds as benne since the 17th century when Africans first brought the seeds to this country. Though cooks in the South use benne seeds in a variety of recipes, the most popular is in benne seed wafers.
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yield
10 dozen
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds white or black
- 1/2 cup butter, unsalted, room temperature
- 1 cup sugaar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
How To Make benne seed wafers
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Step 1Toast sesame seeds in a heavy skillet over medium heat 5 minutes or until toasted, stirring often.
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Step 2Beat butter at medium speed with mixer until creamy; gradually add sugar, beating well. Stir in sesame seeds, eggs and vanilla.
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Step 3Combine flour and remaining ingredients; stir into butter mixture. Cover and chill at least one hour.
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Step 4Shape Doug into 1/2 -inch balls, and place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Flatten to 1/15 -inch thickness with floured fingers or a flat-bottomed glass.
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Step 5Bake at 325-degrees for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Immediately transfer to wire racks to cool.
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