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September 29, 2016

Gluten-Free Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These gluten-free salted tahini chocolate chip cookies are refined sugar free and yet perfectly chewy and delicious! According to my picky kids, they taste a lot like regular chocolate chip cookies! 

Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies | Gluten and refined sugar free!

I think we’ve already gathered that I loooove dessert. The majority of the recipes on this blog are probably sweet treats, (#sorrynotsorry 😉 but at least they’re all made with unrefined sweeteners!) and chocolate chip cookies have to be up there near the top of the list of one of my faves…especially when they’re warm and gooey, fresh from the oven!

Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies | Gluten and refined sugar free!

I had a few jars of delicious tahini I had gotten from Seed + Mill that I wanted to use, but instead of just making a bunch of hummus, I wanted to try it in a dessert. There are a lot of creative ideas out there, but since my kids aren’t typically fond of the strong flavor of tahini, I decided to use it in a way I knew they would enjoy it—in chocolate chip cookies!

Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies | Gluten and refined sugar free!
Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies | Gluten and refined sugar free!

Boy, was that a great idea! They seriously attacked these as soon as I was done taking photos and didn’t even mind the subtle nutty hint of tahini, which actually enhanced the flavor of the cookies overall in my opinion. Using a quality tahini is key though. If it’s not good enough to eat with a spoon, don’t add it to the dough. Trust me. I made a batch using a cheap store brand and unfortunately the bitter after taste carried through to the finished product. 🙁

Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies | Gluten and refined sugar free!Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies | Gluten and refined sugar free!

Refrigerating these cookies is an important step as well. It chills the butter, which helps the cookies to stay thick and chewy when baking. It also softens the flour a bit so the grainy texture that gluten-free flours are infamous for was almost nonexistent after chilling the dough overnight. 

Finally, a pinch of flaked sea salt took these over the top—Salt and chocolate chip cookies are like a match made in heaven! Especially when paired with a big glass of almond milk! Mmmm…so good! 😋 Enjoy, friends!

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Gluten-Free Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies


  • Author: Joscelyn Abreu
  • Total Time: 12 mins
  • Yield: 1 1/2 dozen 1x
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Description

Chewy chocolate chip cookies that are free of gluten and refined sugar! A hint of tahini make these cookies a little extra special!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Brown Rice Flour (superfine for less gritty texture. Can also use a gf flour blend)
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Tapioca Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup quality tahini
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1 cup Coconut Sugar
  • 1 whole egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons water, if needed
  • 6 oz (about 1 cup) chopped Dark Chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Flaked Sea Salt for sprinkling, optional

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, blend together flours, xanthan gum, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
  2. Place melted butter, tahini, coconut sugar, and maple syrup into a mixing bowl and beat until thoroughly combined. Add egg, yolk, and vanilla and beat until batter is smooth. If dough is too thick, mix in a couple of tablespoons of water until incorporated.
  3. Stir in chopped chocolate until evenly distributed.
  4. Refrigerate cookie dough until firm, at least 1-2 hours or overnight.
  5. After dough has chilled, preheat oven to 375F.
  6. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and scoop dough out by the rounded tablespoons (I also like to use 1/4 cup for larger cookies) placing 2-3 inches apart. Flatten slightly and top each with a pinch of flaked sea salt.
  7. Place pan onto the middle rack in the preheated oven and bake for 12-14 minutes, until cookies are golden brown and center is set.
  8. Let cool slightly on the pan before transferring cookies to a rack to cool completely. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up 2-3 days.
  9. Adaptation of this recipe from Alton Brown.
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Category: Dessert, Gluten-Free

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Comments

  1. Sabrina Zaragoza says

    November 10, 2016 at 7:43 am

    I NEED that chocolate chip cookies in my LIFE. OH MY GOSH. I love how gooey and chewy these look!!

    Reply
  2. Dylan Cutler says

    October 5, 2016 at 2:57 am

    Your photography is breathtaking! Well done!

    Reply
  3. Jennifer L says

    October 5, 2016 at 2:48 am

    Wow these salted tahini cookies look absolutely delicious! I don’t think I’ve ever thought of salted ones before but your beautiful food photos just wowed me.

    Reply
  4. Lora says

    October 3, 2016 at 2:17 pm

    These look so tasty — and your food photography is incredible! It has such a clear aesthetic/brand.

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      October 3, 2016 at 5:02 pm

      Thank you, Lora! I really appreciate your encouragement!

      Reply
  5. Liz says

    October 1, 2016 at 4:37 am

    Ohhhh I love that you made cookies with brown rice flour! I’ve been meaning to try baking with that flour but just haven’t gotten around to it yet— so now I MUST try these. I’m so curious about the tahini too!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      October 1, 2016 at 11:43 am

      It so good girl! Thank you for being willing to try it out. Please let me know how you like it!

      Reply
  6. Ashleigh says

    September 30, 2016 at 6:05 pm

    Wow, these gluten free salted tahini chocolate chip cookies look so delicious! I will have to try your recipe soon! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      October 1, 2016 at 11:42 am

      Thank you for your encouragement, Ashleigh. I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!

      Reply
  7. Michelle says

    September 30, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    Oh yes, most definitely. I love this recipe!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      October 1, 2016 at 11:41 am

      Aw, thank you Michelle!

      Reply
  8. RAJ says

    September 30, 2016 at 12:23 pm

    These look so delicious!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      October 1, 2016 at 11:40 am

      Thank you, Raj!

      Reply
  9. Amy Saunders says

    September 29, 2016 at 5:00 pm

    These legit look AMAZING! I am definitely going to have to try these out… sorry not sorry!!!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      October 1, 2016 at 11:39 am

      Aw thank you, Amy! Please let me know how you like them 🙂

      Reply
  10. Stacey says

    September 29, 2016 at 2:57 pm

    OMG these chocolate chip cookies look ahmazinggggg! I never would have thought to use tahini, I love it but I’ve never had it in cookies! I bet it lends such a delicious flavor! I also love the flaked sea salt on top of the cookies….the perfect touch!

    Reply
  11. Stacey says

    September 29, 2016 at 2:57 pm

    OMG these chocolate chip cookies look ahmazinggggg! I never would have thought to use tahini, I love it but I’ve never had it in cookies! I bet it lends such a delicious flavor! I also love the flaked sea slat on top of the cookies….the perfect touch!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      October 1, 2016 at 11:36 am

      Hi, friend. It really does lend to a delicious flavor. There’s something so great about salty and sweet. Thank you for your encouragement. I hope you’re having a lovely weekend!

      Reply

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