Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Dark Chocolate Pistachio Tahini Cookies. These gourmet cookies combine the rich flavor of dark chocolate with the nutty essence of tahini and the satisfying crunch of pistachios, creating a unique sweet and salty treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With their crispy edges and gooey centers, these cookies will impress your family and friends. Easy to make and versatile enough for snacks, desserts, or gifts, you’ll find yourself reaching for these irresistible cookies time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup + 3 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup tahini (well-stirred)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar (well packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon sea salt + extra for topping
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- ¾ cup shelled pistachios (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. If using raw pistachios, roast them on a baking sheet for about 8 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns amber. Allow cooling.
- Cream together the browned butter, tahini, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually combine with the wet ingredients.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips and chopped pistachios.
- Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 9–11 minutes until golden around the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg