Description
These Irresistible Tahini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies offer a unique and delightful twist on classic chocolate chip cookies. They combine the nutty richness of tahini with the warm, spiced flavor of pumpkin and chunks of melty chocolate. Easy to make, these cookies are perfect for fall baking or any time you crave a chewy, fudgy, and deeply satisfying treat. Their unique flavor profile makes them a standout for gatherings or a simple indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, tahini, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips evenly.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around edges but soft in the center.
- Allow cooling slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough before baking.
- Swap chocolate chips for dried cranberries or nuts for variation.
- Add a dash of cinnamon for extra warmth.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for a savory twist.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Reheat in the microwave for about 10 seconds for a warm, gooey treat.
- To make gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Substitute tahini with almond butter or sunflower seed butter if desired.
- Applesauce can be used instead of pumpkin puree for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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