Description
These black sesame cookies are filled with a creamy black sesame filling, providing a unique and delicious flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons black sesame paste
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 3 tablespoons black sesame paste (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon softened butter (for filling)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional for rolling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sesame Filling: In a small bowl mix the black sesame paste, powdered sugar, and softened butter until the mixture becomes thick and creamy. Scoop teaspoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined plate and freeze for about 15 minutes.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together for about 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until smooth. Add the black sesame paste and milk, then mix again until fully incorporated.
- Combine the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture and mix only until a soft dough forms. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Shape the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten it slightly, place one frozen filling portion in the center, and wrap the dough around it.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 12–14 minutes until the cookies spread slightly and develop cracks across the surface. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chilling the dough helps maintain the cookie shape during baking.
- For a crisp exterior, roll the dough balls in granulated sugar before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg