Lemon Tahini Cookies

Lemon Tahini Cookies

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Inspired from a wonderful halvah from Tel Aviv, these Lemon Tahini Cookies will give you a new appreciation for what this middle eastern sesame paste can be

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Cooking tools:

  • Hand mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap
  • Oven
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Flat plate
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Cooling rack
  • Airtight container
  • Refrigerator
  • Spatula
  • Microplane
  • Citrus press

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (6 ounces), softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup well-stirred smooth tahini
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp lemon zest plus 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (about 8 & 1/2 ounces)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup black sesame seeds
  • 1/3 cup white sesame seeds

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