12 Christmas Cookies That Will Impress Everyone You Know | NYT Cooking

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, mix tahini, sugar, and softened butter until creamy.

Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix well.

In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the tahini mixture, stirring until combined.

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Use a toothpick to swirl the dough for a marbled effect.

Roll the edges of the dough in black sanding sugar.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden.

Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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