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    Salted Plains » Recipes » Cookies & Bars

    Vegan Tahini Brownies (Gluten-Free)

    Published: Sep 29, 2018 · Modified: Mar 31, 2022 by Tessa · This post may contain affiliate links · 11 Comments

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    Vegan Tahini Brownies made with rich cocoa powder, tahini, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and topped with sea salt for a healthier, flourless brownie. Gluten-free.

    Vegan Tahini Brownies made with rich cocoa powder, tahini, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and topped with sea salt. Gluten-free. Fall weather whooshed in this past week. I'm solely blaming the cooler weather on my nonstop need for something sweet. Or the full moon. Something.

    But, I am happy to report that today's vegan tahini brownies satisfy all sweet cravings.

    Vegan Tahini Brownies made with rich cocoa powder, tahini, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and sea salt. Gluten-free. The batter of these tahini brownies is made largely of tahini. The result is an easy flourless brownie. In comparison to almond and peanut butters, tahini does not have a sweetness to it.

    Its nutty sesame seed flavor pairs beautifully with the sweetness of the cocoa powder, maple syrup, and coconut sugar.

    Vegan Tahini Brownies made with rich cocoa powder, tahini, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and sea salt. Gluten-free. And what's really beautiful about these healthier brownies, is the short ingredient list. Here are the major players:

    Vegan Tahini Brownies Ingredients

    • Unsalted tahini
    • Cocoa powder
    • Ground flaxseeds
    • Maple syrup
    • Coconut sugar
    • Vanilla extract
    • Chocolate chips
    • Sea salt

    Vegan Tahini Brownies made with rich cocoa powder, tahini, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and sea salt. Gluten-free. Now, the most important finishing touch to these gluten-free tahini brownies is the sea salt. A sprinkling on top right after you've pulled them from the oven puts each bite over the top.

    I promise, you won't be sorry.

    Vegan Tahini Brownies made with rich cocoa powder, tahini, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and sea salt. Gluten-free. Want to make your own tahini? My friend Amanda has a great tutorial for how to make homemade tahini.

    Other Tahini Recipes

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    Roasted Sweet Potato, Black Bean, and Fried Quinoa with Maple-Tahini Sauce

    Vegan Tahini Brownies made with rich cocoa powder, tahini, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and sea salt. Gluten-free.

    Vegan Tahini Brownies (Gluten-Free)

    Vegan Tahini Brownies made with rich cocoa powder, tahini, maple syrup, chocolate chips, and sea salt for a healthier brownie. Gluten-free. 
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 16 brownies
    Calories: 233kcal
    Author: Tessa

    Ingredients

    • 2 flax eggs 2T ground flaxseed + 6T water
    • 16 oz unsalted tahini stirred well
    • ½ cup maple syrup
    • 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup coconut sugar
    • 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ⅓ cup dairy-free chocolate chips I used mini
    • sea salt for sprinkling

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9x9 square baking pan with cooking spray, then line with parchment paper so that it hangs over two sides.
    • In a medium bowl combine tahini, maple syrup, flax eggs, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer on medium speed. Add coconut sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt and mix until combined. 
    • Pour batter into prepared baking pan and spread into an even layer. Batter will be sticky, use parchment or your hands to help spread. Sprinkle chocolate chips over top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
    • Remove from oven, place pan on wire to cool. Sprinkle with sea salt. When cool, slice into bars.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 121mg | Potassium: 183mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. EYTAN SHEERIT

      May 28, 2019 at 10:14 am

      Excuse my language but what is 2 flax eggs (2T ground flaxseed + 6T water)

      Reply
    2. Josie

      March 06, 2019 at 11:24 am

      5 stars
      These are amazingly moist and delicious! My kids love them.

      Reply
      • Tessa

        March 08, 2019 at 11:00 am

        Thank you, Josie!! I am so happy to hear that! <3

        Reply
    3. Nathan

      December 04, 2018 at 11:57 pm

      Hey there, these looking amazing. Planning to make for Christmas. Just a question - do you use hulled or unhulled? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        December 08, 2018 at 9:34 am

        Hi Nathan! Thanks so much. Most commmercial tahini is made from hulled sesame seeds, but either will work. The flavor will be a bit different. Unhulled has a richer flavor. If you are making your own tahini, you really can use hulled or unhulled sesame seeds. The unhulled just won't be as smooth. I hope that helps!

        Reply
    4. David

      October 19, 2018 at 8:33 am

      5 stars
      These brownies look great. I'm gonna add these to m diet plan.

      Reply
    5. sheenam | thetwincookingproject.net

      October 03, 2018 at 9:58 pm

      These brownies look amazing!!! Yum.

      Reply
      • Tessa

        October 12, 2018 at 2:35 pm

        Thank you!!! :)

        Reply
    6. sheenam | thetwincookingproject.net

      October 03, 2018 at 7:49 am

      These brownies look superb!!

      Reply

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