Salted Tahini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Salted Tahini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat that combines wholesome ingredients like tahini, almond flour, and oats with the indulgent flavors of dark chocolate and a touch of sea salt. This healthy cookie recipe is naturally gluten-free, lightly sweetened with maple syrup, and offers a chewy center with crispy edges. Perfect for those seeking a nutritious yet delicious snack, these cookies are an irresistible balance of sweetness and rich, nutty flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for topping
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine tahini, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Add almond flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt to the bowl and mix until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the dark chocolate chunks and chocolate chips.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Lightly sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown, but the centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Variations: You can add chopped nuts, dried fruit like cranberries or raisins, or switch the tahini for other nut butters like peanut butter or almond butter.
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
