Jo Walker Yoga

Benne Seed Cookies

Posted on March 13, 2017 Updated on March 13, 2017

For those of you who attended the filming of Jo’s class back in February, this is the recipe for the delicate cookies she served. Also known as Benne Wafers, these treats are named for the Bantu word for sesame, and they are simple to make.

Ingredients:

2 cups brown sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
4 T hot water
3/4 cup flour
2 cups sesame seeds

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients to make a soft dough. Drop by 1/2 teaspoonful on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 325º for 10 minutes.

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