Best 12 Tahini Cookies Recipes

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**Tahini Cookies: A Delightful Fusion of Middle Eastern and European Flavors**

Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing tahini cookies, a unique fusion of Middle Eastern and European flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. These delectable treats derive their rich and nutty flavor from the finest tahini, a toasted sesame seed paste that adds a distinctive depth of flavor. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and a sprinkle of spices, our tahini cookies are a delightful departure from traditional fare.

**Recipes for Every Occasion:**

1. **Classic Tahini Cookies:** Experience the timeless magic of our classic tahini cookies, where the simplicity of wholesome ingredients shines through. With a crisp exterior and a soft, chewy interior, these cookies are perfect for everyday snacking or as a sweet accompaniment to your morning coffee.

2. **Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies:** Indulge in the irresistible combination of tahini and chocolate chips in these decadent cookies. Rich and gooey chocolate chunks nestle within a tender tahini cookie base, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

3. **Tahini Thumbprint Cookies:** Discover the delightful surprise hidden within our tahini thumbprint cookies. A tender tahini cookie shell cradles a pool of velvety smooth raspberry jam, offering a burst of fruity sweetness in every bite.

4. **Tahini Butter Cookies:** Experience the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of our tahini butter cookies, where the delicate flavor of tahini pairs perfectly with the richness of butter. These cookies are perfect for special occasions or as a thoughtful gift for loved ones.

5. **Tahini Pistachio Cookies:** Embark on a journey to the Middle East with our tahini pistachio cookies. Flecked with vibrant green pistachios and delicately flavored with aromatic cardamom, these cookies offer a taste of traditional Middle Eastern flavors.

6. **Tahini Coconut Macaroons:** Discover a tropical twist on the classic macaroon with our tahini coconut macaroons. A combination of tahini, coconut, and honey creates a chewy and flavorful cookie that is sure to transport you to a tropical paradise.

7. **Tahini Rose Water Cookies:** Experience the essence of the Middle East with our tahini rose water cookies. Infused with the delicate fragrance of rose water, these cookies offer a subtle floral aroma that complements the nutty flavor of tahini.

8. **Tahini Lemon Cookies:** Delight in the refreshing and zesty flavors of our tahini lemon cookies. A burst of citrus from lemon zest and a hint of tang from lemon juice balance the richness of tahini, creating a cookie that is both invigorating and satisfying.

9. **Tahini Snickerdoodles:** Experience a unique twist on the classic snickerdoodle with our tahini snickerdoodles. The addition of tahini adds a nutty depth of flavor to the traditional cinnamon-sugar coating, creating a cookie that is both familiar and excitingly different.

10. **Tahini Ginger Cookies:** Indulge in the warmth and spice of our tahini ginger cookies. A blend of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg complements the nutty flavor of tahini, resulting in a cookie that is both comforting and invigorating.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

TAHINI COOKIES



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This cookie recipe uses tahini (sesame seed butter purchased at a health food store or home made), also uses oatmeal, no flour, no sugar, no eggs and no dairy products. As variation, add chopped apples, raisins or dates.

Provided by Vanessa

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons tahini
½ cup honey
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ½ cups quick cooking oats
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the tahini, honey and cinnamon. Mix in walnuts and oats until well blended. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Cookies should be about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are slightly brown. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 3.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

TAHINI COOKIES



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
3/4 cup tahini
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
Sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line several baking sheets with parchment paper, and set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter, tahini, and both sugars together until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, and mix on medium speed until well combined.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, sift flour and baking soda together. Add to the butter mixture, and beat just to combine.
  • Scoop out 2 tablespoons of dough, and shape into a ball. Roll in sesame seeds, if desired, for added crunch. Place on one of the prepared baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough, placing scoops 3 inches apart. Dip the tines of a fork in warm water; press the dough balls lightly with the back of the fork to flatten them slightly (dip the fork back in the water for each dough ball, to prevent sticking).
  • Transfer to the oven, and bake until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes, rotating the baking sheets between the oven shelves halfway through baking. Transfer baking sheets to a wire rack to cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

TAHINI-CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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With crispy edges, a chewy center, and the addition of tahini these cookies have a subtle nutty flavor. Add chopped nuts for that extra crunch.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
½ cup tahini
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 ½ cups chocolate chips
1 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Cream butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a bowl until fluffy. Beat in tahini. Add eggs and vanilla extract and continue to beat an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Mix flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a separate bowl. Add flour mixture to butter mixture and beat until just combined. Add chocolate chips and nuts. Cover and refrigerate dough overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Scoop out cookies into 1-inch balls using a cookie scoop and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges start to brown lightly, 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 63.2 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

NUTTY PEANUT BUTTER & TAHINI (SESAME SEED) SOFT COOKIES



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A warm, deep taste that really envelops the mouth, with two different levels of nutty flavour. A heavenly experience! I suggest using quality -crunchy- peanut butter (where the ingredients = 100% roasted peanuts ONLY). One bowl recipe.

Provided by gym tonic

Categories     Dessert

Time 13m

Yield 30-36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup tahini
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar (caster or superfine)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F/175C & grease an oven tray.
  • In a large bowl mix sugars together.
  • Add remaining ingredients. NOTE: Do not pour tahini straight from container. Scoop from bottom as mixture separates & you don't want just the oil! If you buy a particularly runny tahini, use 1/4 cup tahini, 3/4 cup peanut butter.
  • Mix ingredients til well combined. If mixture is too sticky/runny add some flour/gluten-free flour to the mix.
  • Spoon 1 1/2 teaspoons of the mixture onto the greased baking tray. TIP: they will spread out while baking so don't crowd tray. You may need to do two batches.
  • With a fork, make a slight indent to flatten cookies.
  • Bake for 8 minutes for soft cookies, >10 (til browned) for crisper cookies.
  • Let cool for 10-15 before touching otherwise they will crumble.

MARTHA'S TAHINI COOKIES



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Rolling the dough in sesame seeds enhances the flavor of the tahini and gives the cookies a satisfying crunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup tahini, well stirred
1/2 cup white sesame seeds, or a combination of black and white, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line four baking sheets with parchment.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Beat in tahini. Reduce speed to low; beat in flour mixture until just combined. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Spread sesame seeds on a shallow dish. Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough; roll into a ball. Roll in sesame seeds until thoroughly coated, then transfer to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough, spacing 3 inches apart. Bake, rotating halfway through, until golden brown, about 18 to 20 minutes. Transfer sheets to wire racks; let cool completely.

FAST AND EASY ISRAELI TAHINI COOKIES



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A quick and simple Middle Eastern/Mediterranean hit. I've seen both little Jewish grandmothers in Jerusalem make these cookies and Bedouin women living in the middle of the desert. A great simple recipe that isn't too sweet, is very versatile and fast. Enjoy.

Provided by Nuriti

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Middle Eastern     Israeli

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
14 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 cup tahini

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 355 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder together in a large bowl; add butter and tahini and mix until dough is crumbly. Roll dough into small balls and press each ball into a flattened cookie shape using your palms. Arrange cookies in the prepared baking sheet and press with a fork.
  • Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven and bake until cookies are golden, about 10 minutes. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 53.3 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

TAHINI SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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Flavored with sesame seeds and tahini paste, these sophisticated shortbread cookies, adapted from "Soframiz" by Ana Sortun and Maura Kilpatrick, have a pleasing crumbly texture and an intense, almost nutty flavor. Serve them as part of a cookie plate for dessert, or with coffee or tea as a midafternoon snack.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     snack, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 4h40m

Yield 2 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup/75 grams sesame seeds
10 tablespoons/142 grams (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup/94 grams confectioners' sugar
1 cup/224 grams tahini (stir well before measuring)
1 3/4 cups/219 grams all-purpose flour, more for work surface
2 teaspoons kosher salt

Steps:

  • Toast sesame seeds: Put them in a nonstick pan over medium-low heat and stir every 30 seconds until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Pour onto a large plate to cool.
  • Combine butter, confectioners' sugar and tahini in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until smooth, 4 to 5 minutes. Scrape bowl. Add flour and salt, and mix on low speed until dough is smooth.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly floured work surface. Divide it in half and knead until smooth. Roll each piece of dough into a log about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Roll each log in sesame seeds, coating logs completely. They may be difficult to maneuver, but they patch up easily. Wrap them tightly in parchment paper, twisting at each end. Refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
  • Heat oven to 300 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Slice logs into 1/4-inch-thick coins and place on prepared baking sheets 2 inches apart. Bake until firm around edges and not colored, 14 to 16 minutes. Cool completely on baking sheet. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 164, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 73 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

NO-BUTTER TAHINI COOKIES



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Amazing oatmeal, chocolate chip, no-butter tahini cookies. I prefer them baked but you can serve these unbaked as well.

Provided by IK

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups oats
¾ cup dark chocolate chips
½ cup honey
⅓ cup tahini
⅓ cup sunflower seeds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix together oats, dark chocolate chips, honey, tahini, sunflower seeds, vanilla, and sea salt in a large bowl. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 39.8 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

VEGAN TAHINI SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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These vegan tahini shortbread cookies are the perfect afternoon snack with coffee or tea.

Provided by Lady at the Stove

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Butter Cookie Recipes     Shortbread Cookie Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ¾ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup tahini
¾ cup vegan margarine
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
½ cup sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Blend flour, tahini, margarine, and sugar together in a food processor. Shape dough into 2 logs 1 inch in diameter.
  • Place sesame seeds in a dish. Roll each log in sesame seeds. Wrap logs in plastic wrap; chill dough in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
  • Cut dough into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 45.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SALTED TAHINI CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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When the chef Danielle Oron was growing up in the New Jersey suburbs, she knew that her Israeli family's habits of dousing vanilla ice cream with tahini and spreading halvah on toast would be considered odd. Sesame has long been shunned in American desserts, but its addition to a confection can add a nutty, salty undertone, and sesame desserts are now popping up all over the place. These chocolate chip cookies, developed by Ms. Oron, are a great place to start for the home baker seeking more sesame. Rich, savory and sweet, they are one of the rare variations that are just as good as the original.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     snack, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12 to 18 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces/113 grams unsalted butter at room temperature
1/2 cup/120 milliliters tahini, well stirred
1 cup/200 grams granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons/150 grams all-purpose flour, or matzo cake meal (See tip)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups/230 grams chocolate chips or chunks, bittersweet or semisweet
Flaky salt, like fleur de sel or Maldon

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter, tahini and sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add egg, egg yolk and vanilla and continue mixing at medium speed for another 5 minutes.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder and kosher salt into a large bowl and mix with a fork. Add flour mixture to butter mixture at low speed until just combined. Use a rubber spatula to fold in chocolate chips. Dough will be soft, not stiff. Refrigerate at least 12 hours; this ensures tender cookies.
  • When ready to bake, heat oven to 325 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or nonstick baking mat. Use a large ice cream scoop or spoon to form dough into 12 to 18 balls.
  • Place the cookies on the baking sheet at least 3 inches apart to allow them to spread. Bake 13 to 16 minutes until just golden brown around the edges but still pale in the middle to make thick, soft cookies. As cookies come out of the oven, sprinkle sparsely with salt. Let cool at least 20 minutes on a rack.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 306, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 157 milligrams, Sugar 23 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TAHINI COOKIES



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Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Cookies     Pine Nut     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 15 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup tahini
1/4 cup room temperature unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
2 tablespoons demerara sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Pulse 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts, 1/3 cup powdered sugar, 1/3 cup tahini, 1/4 cup room temperature unsalted butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor until dough forms a ball around blade.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds and 2 tablespoons demerara sugar in a small bowl. Form dough into 1" balls and roll in sesame seed mixture. Place on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet, spacing 2" apart, and flatten slightly. Bake cookies until lightly golden, 20-25 minutes.

TAHINI BUTTER COOKIES



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This cookie recipe is from Israel. Tahini can be found in most grocery stores or health food stores. If you still have trouble finding it, it's sure to be found in a Middle Eastern grocery store. Enjoy!

Provided by Faina Gersh

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Middle Eastern     Israeli

Time 35m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup tahini
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla and tahini, mix until well combined. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder, then stir into butter mixture. Drop onto an ungreased cookie sheet in tablespoon-sized pieces.
  • Bake in preheated oven until they turn golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool on the cookie sheet 10 to 15 minutes before removing to cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 32.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality tahini: The quality of the tahini you use will greatly impact the flavor of your cookies. Look for a brand that is made with 100% pure tahini and has a smooth, creamy texture.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: The cookies should be slightly soft in the center when you take them out of the oven. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container: The cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Tahini cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their nutty flavor and chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these tahini cookies a try!

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