Nutty Tahini Chocolate Cookies (Printable Version)

Chewy cookies boasting tahini's nutty flavor paired with decadent dark chocolate chips.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 cup tahini, well-stirred
06 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
07 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

10 - 1 cup dark chocolate chips
11 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, tahini, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until fully combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
06 - Fold the dark chocolate chips into the dough until evenly distributed.
07 - Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing approximately 2 inches apart. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft.
09 - Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The tahini adds a subtle nutty richness and incredible moisture.
  • Dark chocolate chunks provide a decadent contrast to the earthy sesame.
  • It is a simple, one-bowl friendly preparation that yields bakery-quality results.
  • Easily adaptable for vegan diets without sacrificing texture.
02 -
  • Ensure your butter is truly softened to room temperature for the best emulsion with the tahini.
  • Do not overbake; removing them while the centers are soft ensures a chewy texture once cooled.
  • Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top along with the sesame seeds to enhance the chocolate flavor.
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