Experience the delightful fusion of nutty tahini and decadent chocolate in these Non-Dairy Chocolate Chip Cookies. Free from traditional butter, these cookies rely on a creamy tahini and non-dairy butter substitute to achieve a rich and satisfying texture and flavor, making them a fantastic treat for anyone seeking a dairy-free cookie option without sacrificing taste.
Why You’ll Love This: The unique addition of tahini not only enhances the cookies with its rich, nutty flavor but also adds a creamy texture that binds the ingredients seamlessly. These cookies offer a crunchy exterior with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth interior, studded with luscious semisweet chocolate chips.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are perfect for a cozy afternoon snack, school lunches, or as a thoughtful homemade gift for friends and family who appreciate gourmet, dairy-free baking. They’re also an excellent choice for gatherings where dietary preferences are varied.
Decoration Tips: Serve these cookies on a rustic wooden board for a simple yet elegant presentation. For a special touch, you can drizzle them with a dairy-free chocolate glaze or sprinkle with sea salt before baking to enhance the chocolate flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup non-dairy butter substitute (e.g., Smart Balance)
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 room temperature egg
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips (e.g., Guittard)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the non-dairy butter, tahini, brown sugar, and white sugar using a whisk or electric mixer until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt for about one minute.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to form a cookie dough.
- Fold in the chocolate chips evenly into the dough.
- Use an ice cream scoop or spoon to drop approximately 14 cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them well apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, or until the edges are nicely browned but the centers remain lighter in color.
- Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes after removing from the oven; they will continue to set as they cool.
Enjoy these amazing non-dairy chocolate chip cookies with a distinctive tahini flavor, perfect for any occasion or simply as a delightful treat to brighten your day!
