Imagine biting into a cookie that's not just delicious, but also surprisingly sophisticated - welcome to the world of Chocolate Dipped Tahini Cookies! These aren't your ordinary chocolate chip cookies; they're a luxurious blend of nutty tahini, rich cocoa, and decadent dark chocolate that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Perfect for health-conscious foodies and dessert lovers alike, these cookies are gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and so irresistible that you'll want to make a double batch!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup tahini
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine tahini and maple syrup. Whisk together until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Add almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to the tahini mixture. Stir until a consistent dough forms.
- Using clean hands or a cookie scoop, shape the dough into 12 equal-sized balls, placing them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Gently flatten each cookie ball with the back of a fork, creating a crisscross pattern on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly crisp and the centers look set.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool completely on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
- Once cookies are completely cool, dip half of each cookie into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Place dipped cookies on parchment paper and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use high-quality tahini for the best flavor - look for smooth, well-stirred brands
- Make sure your almond flour is fresh to ensure the right cookie texture
- Don't overbake! The cookies should look slightly underdone when you remove them from the oven
- Let the cookies cool completely before dipping in chocolate to prevent cracking
- For a smoother chocolate dip, add a teaspoon of coconut oil to the melted chocolate chips
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and preventing cookies from sticking
- Store in a cool, dry place to maintain the chocolate's shine and cookie's texture
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg