Sesame Cardamom Cookies

Cardamom can be expensive but these cookies are worth it. Store in a covered container. They get crispier so don’t overbake them. The yield depends on the size.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 72

Ingredients

• 2  cups sugar
• 1  cup butter
• 2  large eggs
• 2  teaspoons vanilla
• 3  cups flour
• 4  teaspoons cardamom
• 2  teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1⁄2 cups sesame seeds

Directions

1. In a mixer bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
2. Sift together flour, cardamom, baking powder and salt. Add to butter mixture. Mix until combined.
3. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or till firm enough to roll into balls.
4. Shape dough into small balls about 3/4-inch in diameter or use a small cookie scoop to form balls. Roll in sesame seeds to coat.
5. Set cookies 1-inch apart on lightly greased cookie sheets or use silicone baking mats. Bake at 350° for 12 to 14 minutes or till the edges are lightly browned. Cool slightly on pans, then remove to racks to cool completely.