For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of melted butter. Store cooled wafers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Experiment with different variations by adding a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or a dash of orange zest to the dough. For a crispier wafer, flatten the dough slightly with the back of a spoon before baking.
Benne Wafers
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING72 People
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VIEWS168
Delight in these delicate, Southern-inspired sesame seed cookies, where the toasting of benne (sesame) seeds unlocks a rich, nutty flavor and a delightful, slightly crunchy texture. A true taste of Southern charm in every bite.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate6 g
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Cholesterol8 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium25 mg
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Spread sesame seeds evenly on an ungreased baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven, watching closely, until lightly golden brown. (10-12 minutes).
03 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, flour, toasted sesame seeds, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, salt, and baking powder until just combined. Do not overmix. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Drop dough by 1/2 teaspoonfuls, spacing them 1 1/2 inches apart, onto a lightly greased or parchment-lined baking sheet. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. (4-6 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Let cookies cool briefly on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to bake remaining batches.
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Pedro Stark
May 25, 2025These are the best benne wafers I've ever tasted! The toasting of the sesame seeds really makes a difference.
Aida Boyer
Jan 24, 2025Be careful not to overbake them. They can burn easily.
Leonard Murphy
Jan 8, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the wafers came out perfectly! They disappeared in minutes.
Dino Nitzsche
Nov 18, 2024I added a little orange zest and it gave them a wonderful aroma and flavor.