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These brownies were kind of an accident (is it just me or are the best recipes usually the ones that don’t go to plan?). I actually came up with this recipe while I was experimenting with these chocolate fudge tahini cookies. I realised the mixture I ended up with was looking more like a brownie batter, so I decided to change course half way through and make a brownie recipe instead. I’m glad I did because it resulted in these decadent, fudgy brownies!
If you’ve been following my blog or socials for any length of time, you’ll know how much I LOVE Tahini. I still get questions from people not really knowing what it is. In case you’re one of those people, tahini is a sesame paste/butter. A sesame version of peanut butter if you will. I always say tahini is the Middle Eastern equivalent to peanut butter because it’s such a popular ingredients over there. I grew up eating tahini and date syrup with bread for breakfast – like our own PB&J!
I love using tahini in sweet treats. Many don’t really know what to do with it, but just like peanut butter, it can be used in endless recipes and combinations. Chocolate is one of my favourite flavour pairings that goes so well with tahini.
These vegan tahini brownies are:
- Vegan
- Dairy-free
- Egg-free
- Gluten-free
- Nut-free
- So delicious
- And easy to make!
You definitely need to try them!
A decadent and fudgy brownie topped with the most beautiful tahini swirl – you need to try this recipe the next time you’re craving brownies!
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Servings 8
Calories 253 kcal
Ingredients
- 240g runny tahini*
- 80ml maple syrup
- 55g oat flour**
- 20g cocoa
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 3 tbsp warm water
For the tahini swirl
- 3 tbsp runny tahini
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp milk of choice
Optional toppings
- a handful of chopped dark chocolate
- A sprinkle of sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan/350F.
Mix together the ground flaxseed and water in a small dish and leave to set for 10 minutes.
In a large bowl, mix together the tahini, maple syrup and set flaxseed mixture.
Add in the oat flour, cocoa powder and salt. Mix until combined, then transfer into a loaf tin.
Mix the tahini, maple syrup and milk in a small bowl, then drop dollops on top and swirl using a sharp knife. Sprinkle some sesame seeds and a small handful of chopped chocolate on top.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, then leave to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
* I like to use Middle Eastern/Lebanese tahini because it's runny, so it's easier to use in baking. You can find them in your local Asian/ethnic shops or the world food isle in major supermarket. I also sometimes get it from Amazon.
** Make your own by blending oats in a high-speed blender until you have a fine flour. Use gluten-free oats to make the recipe gluten-free.
Nutrition
Calories: 253kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 7gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 14mgPotassium: 239mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 2mg
Keyword brownies, chocolate recipes, gluten-free, healthy dessert, tahini recipes, vegan dessert, vegan recipes
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Nadia2023-03-16T18:56:39+01:00June 27, 2022|Brownies, Chocolate, Dairy Free, Desserts, Gluten Free, Sugar Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Video|49 Comments
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49 Comments
Rebecca @ Strength and SunshineAugust 31, 2015 at 7:19 pm - Reply
The best brownies ever!! Tahini for life!
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 8:16 pm - Reply
Thank you Rebecca 😀 Tahini is the best!
Cassie TranAugust 31, 2015 at 7:48 pm - Reply
So yummy <3
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 8:18 pm - Reply
Thank you Cassie 🙂
Natalie | Feasting on FruitSeptember 1, 2015 at 2:11 am - Reply
Cookies accidentally turned brownies and looking SO tasty! I totally agree with you about the accidental recipes being the best. Or when you post a recipe that you are super excited about but everyone else seems to love it 😀 haha Love those happy surprises! But seriously these look brownie perfect, and your video is fantastic <3 I'm amazed!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N SpiceSeptember 1, 2015 at 2:39 am - Reply
These brownies sound amazing, Nadia! Love how thick and fudgy they are!
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 8:36 pm - Reply
Thank you Gayle 🙂 they really are lovely and fudgy!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy HappySeptember 1, 2015 at 9:30 am - Reply
I always find that my best recipes happen by accident, or after a failure of another recipe. I love that you have added tahini to these, great idea!
Thanks for linking to my recipe 🙂NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:30 pm - Reply
I love accidental recipes! 😉
Andrea @ The Petite CookSeptember 1, 2015 at 12:56 pm - Reply
OMG, I love tahini!And I love brownies! OK, I’m completely in love with this recipe Nadia 🙂 I’m gonna make these yummy bites ASAP! Thank you for sharing my healthy brownies recipe:) xx
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:31 pm - Reply
Thank you lovely Andrea 🙂 I hope you do get to try the recipe. Tahini and chocolate are such a great match 😀
Kate | The Veg SpaceSeptember 1, 2015 at 1:25 pm - Reply
Wow these look amazing Nadia, LOVE tahini in sweet/chocolatey things, just too more-ish!! Gorgeous photos too.
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:33 pm - Reply
Thank you Kate! I agree tahini and chocolate work so well together! Some people think I’m crazy for using tahini in sweet recipes but I think it works so well! Adds so much richness and creaminess.
Harriet EmilySeptember 1, 2015 at 4:04 pm - Reply
I love the idea of using tahini to make brownies!!!! These look amazing Nadia! So fudgy and delicious, yum! 🙂
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:35 pm - Reply
Thank you Harriet 😀
AshleySeptember 1, 2015 at 4:55 pm - Reply
Why have I never used tahini in anything sweet before??? This needs to change! I love the sound of these brownies!
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:52 pm - Reply
You need to try tahini in sweet recipes!! I grew up eating tahini mixed with date syrup for breakfast with bread – so sweet and delicious! It’s the Middle Eastern equivalent to peanut butter and jam 😛
gingeybitesSeptember 1, 2015 at 9:18 pm - Reply
These look great and so simple to make! Photos look lovely too, fab colours!
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:50 pm - Reply
Thank you 😀
Bintu | Recipes From A PantrySeptember 2, 2015 at 6:58 am - Reply
I want to drop everything and make these right now.
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:58 pm - Reply
Go go go, make them now 😛
Anu-My Ginger Garlic KitchenSeptember 2, 2015 at 11:46 am - Reply
Wow! I have never heard of tahini brownies before.But these look and sound absolutely divine. I need to make these YUMMY brownies soon, Nadia! 🙂
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:49 pm - Reply
It’s the same idea as using peanut butter brownies 🙂 the tahini adds richness and makes them lovely and gooey 🙂
Arpita@ The Gastronomic BongSeptember 2, 2015 at 12:56 pm - Reply
Tahini in brownies is a fabulous idea.. These brownies look so decadent. Can’t wait to try.. Lovely share! 🙂
NadiaSeptember 3, 2015 at 10:47 pm - Reply
Thank you 🙂 They really are decadent and indulgent 🙂
Chrissa - Physical KitchnessSeptember 7, 2015 at 6:08 am - Reply
I am obsessed with tahini right now. These brownies look amazing! I also love your video – nice touch to your blog!
NadiaSeptember 12, 2015 at 8:58 pm - Reply
Thank you Chrissa 🙂 Tahini is so good, isn’t it!
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Sylvia @ Happiness is homemadeSeptember 14, 2015 at 8:05 pm - Reply
I love brownies and tahini is one of my fave ingredient from Middle Eastern cuisine! It must be really amazing and I love the way you styled the brownie – beautiful photos Nadia x
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AyahDecember 21, 2015 at 2:46 pm - Reply
i have just tried this,
and it is AMAZING no exaggerations :))SarahJune 27, 2022 at 9:14 pm - Reply
These look great. Do you think I could sub quinoa flour, almond flour or coconut flour for the oat flour?
Oat allergy 🙁
NadiaJune 28, 2022 at 12:48 pm - Reply
I’m sorry to hear that Sarah! You can try almond flour, although I haven’t tried it myself so I can’t guarantee the results will be the same. I’ve never tried quinoa flour (can’t get it in the UK) and I don’t like coconut flour. It’s so dry! Let me know if you try it with almond flour and how it turns out! 🙂
HazelAugust 13, 2022 at 2:19 am - Reply
Hi! Has the recipe for this changed? There was a version of this before with dates in it.
Nancy BelzSeptember 3, 2022 at 5:17 am - Reply
Hello, I have just come across your website and would love to try this particular recipe. I’m just wondering would it still work out with one egg instead of the flaxseed/water combination since I am not vegan? Thank you so much I look forward to hearing back from you.
NadiaSeptember 5, 2022 at 10:43 am - Reply
Hi Nancy 🙂 I haven’t tried it myself, but a regular egg should work just as well. If the dough is too dry you may need to add a couple of tablespoons of milk. Let me know if you try it 🙂
Fatema MoSeptember 18, 2022 at 4:44 pm - Reply
Hi Nadia ! Is there an alternate to maple syrup ?
NadiaSeptember 19, 2022 at 12:53 pm - Reply
Hi Fatema 🙂 You can use any liquid sweetener like agave, honey, rice syrup, etc.
LucyApril 3, 2023 at 8:38 am - Reply
Amazing texture and flavour. I was a little worried as the salt and chocolate are missing from the ingredient list and that often sets off alarm bells but honestly these are delicious. I would make these any day! Thanks Nadia.NadiaApril 3, 2023 at 2:12 pm - Reply
Hi Lucy 🙂 So glad you enjoyed them! Thank you for your feedback xx
LicoriceApril 18, 2023 at 11:04 pm - Reply
these are great, I want to make the opposite now. Tahini blondies, with chocolate on the top?NadiaApril 27, 2023 at 4:11 pm - Reply
So glad you enjoyed them 😀 Ooo tahini blondies with a chocolate swirl sounds amazing! You’ve just inspired me to try it 😀
RosieAugust 21, 2023 at 9:27 pm - Reply
Any way I can make these using monkfruit sweetener?
NadiaAugust 23, 2023 at 3:41 pm - Reply
Hi Rosie 🙂 I’ve actually never tried monkfruit sweetener before, but if you use a granulated sweetener, you’ll need to add more liquid like milk/water/oil to the batter to replace the maple syrup (since it’s a liquid). Let me know if you try it and how it turns out!
juneNovember 12, 2023 at 6:40 pm - Reply
there is no leavening agent?
OlgaDecember 22, 2023 at 10:00 am - Reply
Hey!
Thank you for this recipe. Looks delish. Could I use cacao instead of cocoa?
Thank youNadiaDecember 22, 2023 at 12:33 pm - Reply
Hi Olga 🙂 Yes, cacao powder will also work xx
ShaynaMarch 25, 2024 at 6:46 pm - Reply
I made these last night and they are fudgey, gooey, and just delicious! I added chopped chocolate into the batter and sprinkled with sea salt on top!As a fellow tahini lover, I appreciate these recipes!
Thank you, Nadia!
NadiaMarch 25, 2024 at 6:52 pm - Reply
Thank you for your lovely feedback Shayna 🥰 so glad you enjoyed them! I would add tahini to everything if I could (and I do try 😂). I’ll keep the tahini recipes coming! x
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