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Black Sesame Earl Grey Cookies

Black Sesame Earl Grey Cookies for a Flavorful Twist

These Black Sesame Earl Grey Cookies blend earthy flavors with aromatic notes for a delightful treat that's easy to make.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baked, Fusion
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 large Egg can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Finely Ground Earl Grey Tea for a more intense flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour or an alternative flour like almond or oat flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt omit if on a sodium-restricted diet
  • 1/2 cup Black Tahini can substitute with homemade black sesame paste
For Optional Coating
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar can mix with crushed Earl Grey tea leaves for flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Mix in the egg and finely ground Earl Grey tea until just combined.
  3. Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and sea salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the black tahini into the dough.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and optionally coat in granulated sugar mixed with crushed Earl Grey tea.
  7. Place the balls on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days or freeze for longer preservation. You can also freeze the dough before baking and bake directly from frozen.

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