I’m always looking for ways to make delicious tasting cookies that are actually really good for you. These tahini oat cookies are so tasty, and even if you end up splurging on a whole bunch (which my family ends up doing), you can feel good about it. I love adding in shredded coconut and my kids can’t get enough raisins in theirs. Super easy and quick to make. Let me know if you give them a try!
What is Tahini?
Tahini, like peanut butter, is nutty in taste, creamy in texture, and protein rich. You can make your own by grinding sesame seeds with oil, or you can just buy some; I get mine from Trader Joe’s.
Naturally Sweetened
Generally speaking, I try to avoid refined sugar when baking. There are so many wonderful alternatives that offer more flavor, nutrients and are better for one’s health. For these tahini oat cookies, I use pure organic maple syrup to sweeten. I used to think maple syrup was far from healthy. As long as it’s PURE maple syrup, you’re good to go (in moderation). Read the labels carefully though. Many maple syrups are actually loaded with refined sugar or high-fructose corn syrup. Again, you’re looking for 100% maple syrup. I get the Organic Maple Syrup from Trader Joe’s and love it.
Flax meal (and the flax egg)
I’m a big fan of flax meal. Fernando (my very health-conscious hubby) introduced me to flax seeds when we first started dating, and I’ve since discovered flax meal. He used to through flax seeds in his yogurt for breakfast, but I’ve started using flax in baked goods. At first, I would grind the seeds myself in a Nutribullet, but I’ve since realized that I can buy flax meal at Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods and several other supermarkets. Flax seeds (and meal) are packed with protein, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, and are a rich source of several vitamins and minerals. I like to toss flax meal into smoothies, homemade bread, and cookies.
Another cool think about flax meal… When you whisk together flax meal and warm water, and let that sit for 10 minutes, the mixture becomes sticky and gelatinous, and actually acts like an egg in baking. It helps bind everything together. It’s a wonderful substitute for eggs if you’re vegan, or if you have egg allergies, don’t have any eggs at home, or simply want to bake with a flax egg for the fun of it!
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Tahini Oat Cookies
- Category: Baked Goods – Cookies
- Method: Baking
Description
Healthy Tahini Oat Cookies with optional toppings like shredded coconut and raisins. Refined sugar free.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons flax meal
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup tahini
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 melted butter
1 1/4 cups old fashioned oats
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
Optional toppings: 100% cacao chocolate chips and/or raisins
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Whisk together flax meal and water to make a ‘flax egg’. Let sit 4 mins.
In a large bow, stir together the tahini, maple syrup and butter. Then add in the oats, almond flour, baking soda, salt, slivered almonds and coconut. Remember to stir in the flax and water mixture.
Use an ice cream scoop (about the size of a TBSP) to place cookie dough balls on a cookie sheet. Then press down on each cookie with the back of a spoon.
Optionally, add a few raisins and/or chocolate chips on top of the cookies.
Bake in oven for 15 minutes. Let cool another 5-10 before serving.
Keywords: Cookies, Healthy Cookies, Tahini Oat Cookies, Tahini
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