Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies

These Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies are so fudgy, chocolaty and chewy. Made with gluten-free flours, tahini, coconut sugar, cacao powder, and dark chocolate chip. The blend of flavors from the tahini and chocolate is like no other. The perfect balance of sweet with a hint of salty. These Tahini Brownies are so good and out of this world!

Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies

When it comes to desserts brownies are always on top of the list. There are two types of people when it comes to brownies; those who like fudgy brownies and those who like cakey brownies. Whether you are team fudgy or team cakey, you will for sure love these chocolaty and chewy Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies.

They are the perfect balance of sweet and salty. The combination of chocolate and tahini is like no other. They are great together and add so much flavor to these crazy good brownies.

This recipe makes for one smooth and silky batter. It’s then baked into rich and fudgy brownies that you just can’t get enough of. These Tahini Brownies are seriously out of this world!

Ingredients needed to make Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies:

• Dark Chocolate Morsels– Or dark chocolate chunks.
• Unsalted Butter– Can be substituted for ghee or coconut oil.
• Tahini– Make sure to give it a good stir before measuring. Tahini tends to separate as it sits. You want to make sure you get all the oils in or your brownies will be dry.
• Eggs– Binding agent.
• Coconut Sugar– Can also use maple sugar.
• Cacao Powder– Or unsweetened coco powder.
• Vanilla Extract– Adds flavor.
• Pink Salt– Elevates flavor.
• Blanched Almond Flour– You can also use oat flour for a grain-free option.
• Baking Powder– So brownies can rise.

Equipment needed to make Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies:

• 9×9 inch baking pan– Use this exact size pan or dish to ensure your tahini brownies bake through.
• Parchment Paper– To line baking pan making it easier to pull the brownies out when they are done baking.
• Large Mixing Bowl– For combining all of the ingredients to make the Tahini Brownies.
• Whisk– For whisking all of the ingredients together.
• Spatula– To fold in chocolate morsels.

How to make Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies:

• Step 1– Preheat oven at 350 degrees F. 
• Step 2– In a small mixing bowl, add 1/2 cup of dark chocolate morsels and butter. Microwave in increments of 30 seconds until chocolate chips and butter are melted and combined. Stir between each set. Let sit for a few minutes. 

• Step 3– In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, tahini, coconut sugar, and vanilla extract. Add melted chocolate and butter and whisk until well incorporated into egg mixture. 

• Step 4– Sprinkle cacao powder, almond flour, salt and baking powder. Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined and smooth batter is formed. Fold 1/4 cup of dark chocolate morsels.
• Step 5– Line a 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper (enough to leave ends of paper out of pan) and pour batter in. Smooth out using a spatula so that it’s evenly spread-out.  

• Step 6– At this point, if you would like to do the tahini swirl (totally optional), put 4-5 dollops of tahini over the batter. Make sure you spread them out. Use a toothpick to create swirls throughout the batter. This makes the brownies look so pretty!
• Step 7– Place in preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. Once it comes out, insert in a toothpick and make sure it comes out clean and dry. This means the brownies are done. 

• Step 8– Allow them to rest on a cooling rack for at least 30 minutes to an hour or until brownies are completely cooled-off. Hold the ends of the paper that are sticking out, slowly and gently pull out brownies. Lay on a flat surface and cut down and across three times making 9 even squares. Enjoy!

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Make sure to stir your tahini well before measuring it out and using it– Tahini tends to set and it’s natural oils separate from the paste. You want to make sure you get the oils in there.
2. No tahini?- Substitute for unsalted-creamy cashew butter, almond butter, or sunflower butter.
3. Line baking pan with a piece of parchment paper that is long enough that some of it sticks out of the sides-This will make it easier to take the brownies out of the pan once they have baked and cooled-down.
4. Spray or dab pan with a bit of oil- This will help keep the parchment paper in place. 
5. Substitute for Butter- Use unrefined coconut oil or avocado oil.
6. Substitute for coconut sugar- Use maple sugar.
7. If you would like your brownies more on the fudgy side- Bake for only 20 minutes and allow brownies to set on cooling rack. They will finish baking outside of the oven resulting in more fudgy brownies.

Variations:

1. Make Vegan– Swap out the eggs for flax eggs and the butter for coconut oil.
2. Top with toasted sesame seeds– Slightly toast some sesame seeds on a pan and sprinkle them over your brownies for extra crunch and taste.
3. Sprinkle sea salt– Add some sea salt flakes to elevate the flavors.
4. Top with more chocolate chips– Because extra chocolate chips are always a great idea.
5. Add chopped walnuts– They add some crunch and flavor to your brownies.

Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies FAQ’s:

What is Tahini?

Tahini is a sesame seed based paste used in many common recipes and dips such as hummus. It’s a traditional food used a lot in the Middle East and Middle Eastern Foods.

What is Tahini made of?

Tahini is made from sesame seeds. They are soaked in water, then crushed to separate the bran from the kernels. The seeds then are soaked in salt water. As a result, the bran sinks. The floating kernels that are left are toasted. Then they are ground to produce an oily paste. 

Is Tahini good for you? 

Tahini is said to contain more protein than most nuts. It’s a rich source of B vitamins which boost energy and brain function. They also contain a good amount of vitamin E. Which is protective against heart disease and stroke. Tahini also contains important minerals such as magnesium, iron and calcium.

Is Tahini grain free?

Tahini is a sesame seeds based paste making them completely grain-free.

Can tahini brownies be made vegan?

While I haven’t tested a vegan version of these tahini brownies, they can easily be made vegan by making a couple of swaps. Substitute the eggs for 2 flax eggs (mix 2 tbsp of flax meal with 6 tbsp water). Substitute the unsalted butter with coconut oil.

Storing Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies:

Keep Tahini Brownies refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.

Freezing Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies:

Allow Tahini Brownies to completely cool-off before freezing. Tightly wrap brownies with Saran Wrap and place in a freezer bag or freezer friendly container. Keep brownies frozen for up to 2-3 months.

Did you like this Tahini Brownies recipe? You may also like these other gluten-free baked good recipes:

• Gluten-Free Brownies
• White Bean Tahini Blondies
• Best Homemade Banana Bread
• Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
• Hot Cocoa Cookies

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Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies

These Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies are so fudgy, chocolaty and chewy. Made with gluten-free flours, tahini, coconut sugar, cacao powder, and dark chocolate chip. The blend of flavors from the tahini and chocolate is like no other. The perfect balance of sweet with a hint of salty. These Tahini Brownies are so good and out of this world!

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword gluten-free tahini brownies, Tahini Brownies

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Resting Time 30 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Servings 9 Brownies

Calories 337 kcal

Author Angelica Arias

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup plus 1/4 cup dark chocolate morsels
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup tahini (plus more for swirl)
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup coconut sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup cacao powder
• 1/2 cup blanched almond flour
• 1/2 tsp pink salt
• 1 tsp baking powder

Instructions

1. Preheat oven at 350 degrees F.

2. In a small mixing bowl, add 1/2 cup of dark chocolate morsels and butter. Microwave in increments of 30 seconds until chocolate chips and butter are melted and combined. Stir between each set. Let sit for a few minutes.

3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, tahini, coconut sugar, and vanilla extract. Add melted chocolate and butter and whisk until well incorporated into egg mixture.

4. Sprinkle cacao powder, almond flour, salt and baking powder. Whisk together until all ingredients are well combined and smooth batter is formed. Fold 1/4 cup of dark chocolate morsels.

5. Line a 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper (enough to leave ends of paper out of pan) and pour batter in. Smooth out using a spatula so that it's evenly spread-out.

6. At this point, if you would like to do the tahini swirl (totally optional), put 4-5 dollops of tahini over the batter. Make sure you spread them out. Use a toothpick to create swirls throughout the batter. This makes the brownies look so pretty!

7. Place in preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. Once it comes out, insert in a toothpick and make sure it comes out clean and dry. This means the brownies are done.

8. Allow them to rest on a cooling rack for at least 30 minutes to an hour or until brownies are completely cooled-off. Hold the ends of the paper that are sticking out, slowly and gently pull out brownies. Lay on a flat surface and cut down and across three times making 9 even squares. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Make sure to stir your tahini well before measuring it out and using it– Tahini tends to set and it’s natural oils separate from the paste. You want to make sure you get the oils in there.
2. No tahini?- Substitute for unsalted-creamy cashew butter, almond butter, or sunflower butter.
3. Line baking pan with a piece of parchment paper that is long enough that some of it sticks out of the sides-This will make it easier to take the brownies out of the pan once they have baked and cooled-down.
4. Spray or dab pan with a bit of oil- This will help keep the parchment paper in place. 
5. Substitute for Butter- Use unrefined coconut oil or avocado oil.
6. Substitute for coconut sugar- Use maple sugar.
7. If you would like your brownies more on the fudgy side- Bake for only 20 minutes and allow brownies to set on cooling rack. They will finish baking outside of the oven resulting in more fudgy brownies.

Nutrition Facts

Gluten-Free Tahini Brownies

Amount per Serving

Calories

337

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

25

g

38

%

Saturated Fat

 

11

g

69

%

Trans Fat

 

0.4

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

4

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

6

g

Cholesterol

 

64

mg

21

%

Sodium

 

242

mg

11

%

Potassium

 

178

mg

5

%

Carbohydrates

 

27

g

9

%

Fiber

 

3

g

13

%

Sugar

 

15

g

17

%

Protein

 

6

g

12

%

Vitamin A

 

378

IU

8

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

100

mg

10

%

Iron

 

2

mg

11

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.

**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used. 

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