Benne (Sesame) Seed Wafers

This recipe came out of Southern Living many years ago. I haven't seen any recipes like it on Recipezaar. Prep time includes 1 hour chill time for the dough.

• Ready In: 1 hr 25 mins
• Yields: 10 dozen

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup sesame seeds (benne)
• 1⁄2 cup butter, softened
• 1  cup sugar
• 1  large egg
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 3⁄4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2  teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Cook sesame seeds in a heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring often, 5 minutes or until toasted.
2. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugar, beating well. Stir in sesame seeds, egg, and vanilla.
3. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients; stir into butter mixture. Cover dough, and chill at least 1 hour.
4. Shape into 1/2-inch balls; place on lightly greased baking sheets. Flatten to 1/16-inch thickness with floured fingers or a flat-bottomed glass.
5. Bake at 325 for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer to wire racks to cool.