Description
These Nut-Free Vegan Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the rich, creamy flavor of tahini with sweet dairy-free chocolate chips, creating a soft, chewy treat that’s perfect for anyone avoiding nuts and animal products. With simple ingredients and an easy baking process, these cookies are both delicious and allergen-friendly.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the tahini, brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Sift dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to remove lumps and evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined without overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold the dairy-free chocolate chips into the batter to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheet: Use a tablespoon to scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden while the centers remain soft for a chewy texture.
- Cool the cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set perfectly.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with agave nectar or brown rice syrup for a similar vegan sweetener.
- Ensure the chocolate chips are dairy-free to keep the recipe completely vegan.
- Storing cookies in an airtight container at room temperature will keep them fresh for up to 3 days.
- For crispier cookies, bake a couple of minutes longer, but watch carefully to avoid burning.
