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Home | Recipe | Desserts | Cookies

Gingerbread Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Protein 81g
Carbs 283g
Fats 232g

Recipe by:

Nicole Modic

April 24, 2022
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    These Gingerbread Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies are a spinoff of my most famous recipe, my Life Changing Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies. And if there’s one thing you can count on from me, it’s that I will take my famous cookie recipe and adapt it to every single holiday known to mankind. That’s because this recipe is THAT GOOD, and it’s so versatile and can be adapted a million different ways. 

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    These cookies are gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and can easily be made vegan-friendly. They are truly perfect for everyone, and I know that you’re going to love them!

    While I fully believe that my Life Changing Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies (or LCTCCC – for those in the know 😉 ) are perfect all year round, I’ve also found that adapting them for each holiday season has made them even better. Why? Because nothing is better than fun and festive cookies!

    These cookies are made festive by the addition of one of my favorite holiday flavors – gingerbread! I know I’m not alone in my love of gingerbread; from gingerbread men cookies to gingerbread loaves, sweet and spicy gingerbread is the tell-tale sign that Christmas is around the corner.

    If you’re unfamiliar with gingerbread, or have never worked with it before, it’s essentially a flavor blend consisting of cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and a sweetener like sugar or blackstrap molasses. In this recipe, we’ll be using molasses!

    But Nicole, What is Molasses?

    Molasses is a natural sweetener made from sugar cane! To make molasses, sugar cane is mashed to create juice. Then, a second boiling creates molasses. After this syrup has been boiled a third time, a dark viscous liquid emerges known as blackstrap molasses.

    The reason we are using molasses is not only for the rich flavor, but because it actually has the lowest sugar levels of any sugarcane product, which keeps this recipe lower in sugar, without sacrificing the sweetness. Woohoo!

    What You Need to Make These Gingerbread Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

    If you’ve made my Life Changing Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies, then you’ll know these ingredients well! And if not, don’t worry, they are incredibly simple. 🙂 All you need are a few ingredients to make these delicious, festive, holiday cookies!

    • Almond Flour: I created this recipe with almond flour, and that’s because I love sneaking in extra protein from the almonds as well as those healthy fats — think of these as cookies that keep you full instead of leaving you hungrier! If you are nut-free or can’t find almond flour (and also, I get that almond flour is expensive), you can substitute for oat flour, whole wheat flour, or regular flour, all in the same ratio – 1 cup!
    • Tahini: For people that are new to tahini, tahini is ground up sesame seeds, that becomes a paste. The consistency is like a nut butter that looks like peanut butter, and the best way I can describe the taste, is that it tastes nutty. If tahini just isn’t your thing, you can substitute the tahini for any nut butter you like: almond butter, peanut butter, cashew butter, and even sunflower seed butter.
    • Maple Syrup: Now, you guys! This recipe makes 16 cookies and only calls for 1/2 cup of maple syrup, which I think is pretty damn impressive. I love using maple syrup because I love that maple taste, but others have used liquid sweeteners with success! I also know that honey works, as does coconut sugar. If you are using coconut sugar, just make sure that your tahini is nice and liquidy, since you aren’t getting the extra moisture from the liquid sweetener.
    • Molasses: Molasses is vitamin and mineral-rich, and it’s also a great source of potassium. Now, you might be wondering what the difference is between all the different molasses varieties you see on the market. To be honest, I can write a separate blog post on that topic, but for purposes of what you need for this recipe, just pick up either “pure molasses” or “blackstrap molasses.” We can get into the why on another day.
    • Eggs: This recipe calls for one egg! And you can definitely substitute the egg for a flax egg. To make a flax egg, all you do is get out a small bowl, and whisk together 1 tablespoon ground flax seed meal with 3 tablespoons water, and let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken. And yes, you treat it like the regular egg, and add it to the dough batter after the dough has chilled for 30 minutes, along with the baking soda.
    • Baking Soda: You need it. This is what make the cookies rise and creates that magical texture I talked about above!
    • Chocolate Chips: To keep this recipe refined sugar free, I used dairy free chocolate chips. But you can feel free to use any chocolate chips you want, or even chop up a chocolate bar and toss it in. And when it comes to the amount, I always go for the full cup of chocolate chips, because when it comes to chocolate, we measure from the heart!
    • Cinnamon & Ginger: The ground cinnamon and ginger in this recipe (and molasses) is what makes this recipe different from the OG Life Changing Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies, so what ever you do, don’t skip these crucial ingredients!
    • Collagen Peptides: Now this ingredient is totally optional. It doesn’t change the cookie texture whether you use it at all. I love adding a scoop of collagen peptides simply to get in some extra protein, and it has no flavor, so why the heck not. If you are vegan or don’t have any, just omit it and you’ll be A-okay!

    How to Make These Gingerbread Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies

    1. In a medium bowl, mix together the almond flour, tahini, collagen, maple syrup, molasses, cinnamon and ginger.
    2. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
    3. Preheat oven to 350.
    4. Remove from the fridge and stir in the egg and baking soda, followed by the chocolate chips.
    5. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
    6. Using a cookie scoop, form cookies and place about two inches apart.
    7. Bake 10-11 minutes, undercooked is better.
    8. Transfer to a cooling rack, add some sea salt flakes, and enjoy!

    If you like gingerbread, you might want to check out my other fabulous gingerbread recipes!

    They are guaranteed to invoke that cozy, holiday vibe that we all love and crave!

    Best Ever Paleo Gingerbread Loaf

    Gingerbread Truffles

    Gingerbread Molasses Cookies

    I hope you guys love this recipe! If you make it, please leave a comment and rating below! And of course, if you share on Instagram, make sure to tag me so I can repost your creations! xx

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    GINGERBREAD TAHINI CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

    • Dairy Free
    • Gluten Free
    • Grain Free
    • Paleo Friendly
    • Vegan
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup almond flour
    • 1 cup Soom Foods Tahini
    • 1 scoop collagen peptides (optional but I always use for extra protein and skin/nails etc)
    • ½ cup maple syrup
    • 1 tbsp molasses
    • 1 egg (or substitute with one flax egg)
    • 1 tsp baking soda
    • ¾ cup dairy free chocolate chips
    • 1 tsp cinnamon
    • ½ tsp ground ginger
    • **sea salt flakes to sprinkle on top

    Instructions 

    1. In a medium bowl, mix together the almond flour, tahini, collagen, maple syrup, molasses, cinnamon and ginger.
    2. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
    3. Preheat oven to 350.
    4. Remove from the fridge and stir in the egg and baking soda, followed by the chocolate chips.
    5. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
    6. Using a cookie scoop, form cookies and place about two inches apart.
    7. Bake 10-11 minutes, undercooked is better.
    8. Transfer to a cooling rack, add some sea salt flakes, and enjoy!

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    Calories: 3300kcalCarbohydrates: 283gProtein: 81gFat: 232gSaturated Fat: 50gPolyunsaturated Fat: 57gMonounsaturated Fat: 50gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 164mgSodium: 1266mgPotassium: 1838mgFiber: 33gSugar: 179gVitamin A: 405IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1011mgIron: 27mg
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    1. Michelle
      April 4, 2020

      Is there a substitute for the molasses? thanks!

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      1. Nicole Modic
        April 5, 2020

        Hi! You can omit it all together 🙂

    2. Liz
      November 8, 2020

      5 stars
      The OG tahini cookies were fully responsible for my Covid 19-I had to stop making them because I couldn’t stop eating them-I finally broke down and made these (I had a very reasonable talk with myself explainIng these were not the LCTCCC so it would be ok). I had one cookie and put the rest in the freezer-YIKES-They are just as good as the LCTCCC!!!!! I’m in trouble now…..

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      1. kalejunkie
        November 10, 2020

        YAY! That makes me so so so happy!!!!! ENJOY!!! T’is the season for all the holiday baking and enjoyment of tahini cookies!

    3. Giorgio
      December 6, 2020

      5 stars
      I love these cookies so simple and easy. I’ve tried some variations of the recipe. If you really love ginger, swap out the chocolate chips for candied ginger. Definitely a must try.

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      1. kalejunkie
        December 6, 2020

        Oh my gosh, that sounds AMAZING!!! I will have to try that. Thank you, Giorgio!

    4. Victoria Sørensen
      December 14, 2020

      How can I make the flax egg? How much chia seeds should you I use?

      Reply
      1. kalejunkie
        December 19, 2020

        Hi! To make a flax egg, you just whisk together 1 tablespoon ground flax seed meal and 3 tablespoons water, and let it sit for about 5 minutes.

    5. Genie
      December 23, 2020

      I love the traditional version of these cookies, so I figured i’d make the gingerbread version for Christmas this year. The cookie recipe itself is amazing, but I could barely taste the ginger… they tasted the same as the others. I added allspice, cardamom, nutmeg, and clove and it really brought out the gingerbread flavor.

      Reply
    6. Michele
      December 24, 2021

      Hi, just wondering what the best way is to store these? Is room temp ok? And for how long?

      Reply
      1. kalejunkie
        December 26, 2021

        Hi Michele! Room temp is fine, but not for more than 3 days. To keep them fresh for up to one week, I recommend keeping them in an airtight container in the fridge!

    7. Nancy
      December 19, 2022

      5 stars
      These are delicious!! love the hint of ginger. Soft and chewy!!

      Reply
      1. kalejunkie
        December 20, 2022

        Woohoo! I am thrilled that you loved this recipe, Nancy! Thank you so much for making this recipe, and for leaving the kindest review!

    8. Carmele J. Cummins
      February 19, 2023

      5 stars
      Incredibly delicious flavor😋
      Texture was amazing and my mother in love and husband and son all loved it👍❣️
      So simple to make and I can’t wait to try the gingerbread variation😄

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      1. kalejunkie
        February 23, 2023

        Yay! I am thrilled that you and your family loved this recipe, Carmele! Thank you so much for making it, and for leaving such a kind review!

    9. Amanda Dittmer
      December 16, 2023

      Second time making these in 1 week. My only complaint is the dough is rather wet and sticky, so I find it hard to get out of the scooper.

      Reply
      1. kalejunkie
        December 20, 2023

        Oh no! You can always add a little more flour if necessary!

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