Tahini & Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies — Vegan, Rich & Refined

 Tahini & Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies — Vegan, Rich & Refined

🧾 Ingredients with Emoji

• 🌰 ½ cup tahini (well-stirred)

• 🍬 ½ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar

• 🧂 ¼ tsp sea salt

• 🍨 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 🥄 ¼ tsp baking soda

• 🌾 ¾ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)

• 💧 2 tbsp plant-based milk (almond, oat, soy)

• 🍫 ½ cup chopped dark chocolate (70%+)

• 🌿 Optional: sesame seeds for topping

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: 175°C (350°F). Line a tray with parchment paper.

2. Mix Wet: Stir tahini, sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.

3. Add Dry: Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until combined.

4. Fold In Chocolate: Add chopped chocolate chunks.

5. Shape Cookies: Scoop dough into balls, flatten slightly. Sprinkle sesame seeds if using.

6. Bake: 10–12 min until edges are golden. Let cool on tray for 5 min before transferring.

💡 Extra Tips

• 🍫 Use chopped chocolate instead of chips for melty pockets.

• 🌰 Stir tahini well — separation affects texture.

• 🧊 Chill dough for 30 min for thicker cookies.

• 🍬 Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder for depth.

• 🧁 Store in airtight container for 4–5 days or freeze for 1 month.

🌱 Benefits & Vitamins

• 🌰 Tahini: Rich in calcium, iron, and healthy fats.

• 🍫 Dark Chocolate: High in antioxidants and magnesium.

• 🌾 Flour: Source of energy and B vitamins.

• 🧂 Sea Salt: Enhances flavor and provides trace minerals.

• 💧 Plant Milk: Adds moisture and nutrients without dairy.

❓ FAQ

Are these cookies vegan? ✅ Yes! No eggs or dairy — tahini and plant milk do the work.

Can I make them gluten-free? Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

Can I use maple syrup instead of sugar? Yes, but reduce plant milk slightly to balance moisture.

Do they taste like sesame? They have a subtle nutty flavor — sophisticated, not overpowering.

Can I freeze the dough? Absolutely — scoop and freeze, then bake from frozen (add 1–2 min).