Food & Cooking Recipes Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes Martha's Tahini Cookies 4.0 (1) 1 Review By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 28, 2018 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Mike Krautter Yield: 20 Rolling the dough in sesame seeds enhances the flavor of the tahini and gives the cookies a satisfying crunch. Ingredients 1 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour ¾ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon kosher salt 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup sugar 1 large egg, room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ½ cup tahini, well stirred ½ cup white sesame seeds, or a combination of black and white, lightly toasted Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line four baking sheets with parchment. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in tahini. Reduce speed to low; beat in flour mixture until just combined. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Spread sesame seeds on a shallow dish. Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough; roll into a ball. Roll in sesame seeds until thoroughly coated, then transfer to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough, spacing 3 inches apart. Bake, rotating halfway through, until golden brown, about 18 to 20 minutes. Transfer sheets to wire racks; let cool completely. Rate it Print