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Chewy Tahini Sesame Cookies Recipe Easy Homemade White Chocolate Treats

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These chewy tahini sesame cookies combine nutty tahini, toasted sesame seeds, and sweet white chocolate chunks for a unique, comforting treat with a perfect balance of chewy texture and subtle bitterness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (125g) tahini (smooth, well-stirred)
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (170g) white chocolate chunks
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • Flaky sea salt, to sprinkle

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with tahini, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the white chocolate chunks and toasted sesame seeds evenly.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges look set but centers are still soft and slightly underbaked.
  9. Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt on the hot cookies.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to finish cooling.

Notes

Use smooth tahini for best texture. Do not overmix after adding flour to keep cookies chewy. Toast sesame seeds lightly for extra aroma. Sprinkle flaky sea salt immediately after baking for flavor contrast. Chilling dough for 15-20 minutes can help maintain cookie shape and prevent white chocolate from melting too fast. For gluten-free option, substitute almond flour. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and dairy-free white chocolate.

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