Sesame (Tahini) Butter Cookies

Like peanut butter cookies but have a friend or family member with a nut allergy? Never fear, hears your answer. Looks and tastes like peanut butter cookies as the nuttiness of the Tahini is very similar in texture and taste. Sprinkle with sesame seeds prior to cooking if desired.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup brown sugar
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1⁄2 cup tahini (sesame paste)
• 1  egg
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 1⁄4 cups flour
• 3⁄4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  tablespoon sesame seeds, for sprinkling (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Mix first 6 ingredients until incorporated well, then add remaining ingredients to form dough.
3. Roll into balls on baking sheet and press down with fork. If adding sesame seeds, lightly press down the ball with your hand, sprinkle with some sesame seeds, and then push down with fork.
4. Bake 10-15 minutes based on your elevation and how hard or soft you prefer your cookies.