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Black Sesame Shortbread

Prep Time

20 min

Servings

24

Cook Time

15 min

CookiesEasy

Black Sesame Shortbread

Delicate sandy shortbread with toasty black sesame flavor. Elegant and unique.

1Ingredients

Adjust Servings
24
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 cup black sesame powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla

2Instructions

  1. 1

    Cream butter and sugar.

  2. 2

    Add vanilla.

  3. 3

    Mix flour, sesame powder, and salt; add to butter.

  4. 4

    Roll into log; wrap in plastic.

  5. 5

    Chill 2 hours.

  6. 6

    Slice 1/4-inch thick.

  7. 7

    Bake at 325F for 13-15 minutes.

Baker's Tips

  • Find black sesame powder at Asian grocery stores
  • Don't overbake - they should be pale