What kind of tahini should I use for these cookies?

The recipe notes that tahini thickness can vary, so use your preferred brand and be prepared to adjust the dough with more applesauce or oats as needed.

How do I know if the cookie dough needs adjusting?

The dough should be firmer than typical oatmeal cookie dough; if it's too dry, add more applesauce, or if too runny, add more oats.

Are these chocolate tahini cookies truly gluten-free?

Yes, these cookies are naturally gluten-free as they use oats and oat bran, but ensure your oats are certified gluten-free if you have a severe sensitivity.

Can I use a different liquid sweetener instead of maple syrup?

Yes, the recipe states you can use maple syrup or another liquid sweetener, so feel free to substitute based on your preference.

Is the pinch of salt essential for these cookies?

While optional, the recipe suggests that a pinch of salt helps to bring out the sweetness in these chocolate tahini cookies.

11 years ago

Chocolate Tahini Cookies
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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A plate of freshly baked, round chocolate tahini cookies, some drizzled with melted chocolate, showcasing their rich brown color and chewy texture.

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Ingredients You Need for Chocolate Tahini Cookies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

1/4 cup tahini
6 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
6 tablespoons maple syrup (or another liquid sweetener)
1/2 cup oat bran or ground oats
3/4 cup oats
1 tablespoon cocoa powder (or cacao powder)
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
pinch of salt (you can leave this out, but it helps bring out the sweetness)
2 ounces chopped chocolate or chocolate chips
Melted chocolate, for drizzling (optional)

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How to Prepare Chocolate Tahini Cookies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment.
Combine the wet ingredients in a medium bowl until evenly mixed.
Add the remaining ingredients and stir thoroughly.
If the dough seems too dry or too runny, add more applesauce or oats respectively. This can happen depending on the thickness of your tahini and the different absorption of oats and oat bran. The ideal consistency of the dough should be firmer than typical oatmeal cookie dough.
Drop about a tablespoon of the dough for each cookie on the cookie sheet.