Vegan Tahini Brownies with Coconut Sugar

Prep: 45 min8 browniesmediumPortuguese vegan
Vegan Tahini Brownies with Coconut Sugar

Dense, fudgy vegan brownies made with cocoa powder, tahini, and coconut sugar, bound with almond milk and coconut oil. Baked until set but creamy in the center, these require no eggs or dairy. Optional garnish with tahini swirl and edible flowers adds visual appeal.

Ingredients

Yield: 8 brownies
  • 5 ½ tablespoon cocoa powder, unsweetened
    dark chocolate powder0.8:1neutral

    sweeter result, adjust sugar

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  • 1 ½ cups coconut sugar
    dark brown sugar1:1neutral

    similar moisture and flavor profile

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  • 1 ½ cups spelt flour, whole grain
    all-purpose flour1:1neutral

    slightly less nutty flavor, same structure

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  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • salt(optional)
  • 7 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 4 tablespoon tahini, heaping
    almond butter1:1neutraladds dairy

    less distinctive flavor

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  • 14 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
    oat milk1:1neutral

    creamier result

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix cocoa powder, coconut sugar, spelt flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Melt coconut oil in a small pot over low heat.

  3. 3

    Stir tahini and almond milk into the melted oil until well combined.

  4. 4

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir vigorously until homogeneous.

  5. 5

    Transfer batter to a lined baking pan and bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes until set but still creamy in the center.

  6. 6

    Cool before cutting into brownies.

  7. 7

    Optionally decorate with tahini and edible flowers.

Tips

Tip 1

Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly creamy for optimal fudgy texture.

Tip 2

Use a lined baking pan to prevent sticking and aid removal.

Good to Know

Storage

Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 10 days.

Make Ahead

Prepare batter up to 4 hours in advance; refrigerate and bake when ready.

Serve With

Serve at room temperature or slightly warm. Pairs well with plant-based ice cream or milk.

Common Mistakes

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Do not overbake to avoid dry brownies; aim for creamy center.

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Do not skip preheating oven to avoid uneven baking.

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Do not omit vigorous mixing to avoid dry pockets in the batter.

Substitutions

coconut sugar
dark brown sugar1:1neutral

similar moisture and flavor profile

Full guide →
spelt flour
all-purpose flour1:1neutral

slightly less nutty flavor, same structure

Full guide →
almond milk
oat milk1:1neutral

creamier result

Full guide →
tahini
almond butter1:1neutraladds dairy

less distinctive flavor

Full guide →
cocoa powder
dark chocolate powder0.8:1neutral

sweeter result, adjust sugar

Full guide →
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