Southern Benne Wafers Recipe
Recipe Collection: Dessert
Southern Benne Wafers, a classic treat that showcases the nutty essence of sesame seeds. These vegetarian cookies are perfect for gatherings or as a sweet snack anytime. With gluten, dairy, and egg allergies in mind, they offer a unique flavor profile that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee.
These wafers are versatile enough to be enjoyed on their own or crumbled over salads for an added crunch. Easily accessible through your easyChef Pro cookbook, you can create these delicious cookies while benefiting from our convenient shopping list feature, ensuring the lowest cost per serving.
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Overview
Benne wafers are a classic Southern treat, known for their nutty sesame seed flavor and delicate, crispy texture. These cookies are perfect for any occasion and can be stored in an airtight container to maintain their crunch.
Diet Type
Vegetarian
Allergies
Sesame, Gluten, Dairy, Eggs
Cuisine
Southern
Serving Size: 72
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 Cup sesame seeds
- 1.5 Cups packed brown sugar
- 1 Cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 Cup butter, melted
- 1 Large egg
- 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
- 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
- 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) baking powder
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place sesame seeds on an ungreased baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes until light brown. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- In a large bowl, mix together brown sugar, flour, toasted sesame seeds, melted butter, egg, vanilla, salt, and baking powder until combined.
- Drop dough by 1/2 teaspoonfuls, 1 1/2 inches apart, onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake in batches in the preheated oven for 4 to 6 minutes, until light brown. Let cookies cool briefly before removing them from baking sheets to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to bake remaining batches.
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Enjoy your homemade benne wafers!
