Crispy Quinoa Tahini Delight Cookies
Indulge in these Crispy Quinoa Tahini Delight Cookies, a delightful treat that captures the essence of classic oatmeal cookies while offering a unique twist. Made without wheat, gluten, dairy, or eggs, these cookies cater to various dietary needs without compromising on flavor. The rich, nutty taste of tahini pairs beautifully with the wholesome goodness of quinoa, creating a perfect balance of crunchy and chewy textures. Ideal for those on a restrictive diet, these cookies will surprise anyone who tries them – even the pickiest of eaters! With a light sweetness from honey and brown sugar, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you reaching for more. Perfect for a snack, dessert, or a thoughtful homemade gift, these cookies are sure to please everyone.
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Honey
1/2 cup (Liquid sweetener)
Brown Sugar
1/3 cup (Packed)
Butter or Margarine
1/2 cup (Softened)
Tahini
1/2 cup (Creamy paste)
Rice Flour
1 1/4 cups (Sifted (use 1 cup if at low altitude))
Quinoa
7/8 cup (Cooked (reduce to 3/4 cup if low altitude))
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon (Leavening agent)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (Table salt)
Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon (Optional for flavor)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, brown sugar, butter (or margarine), and tahini. Mix these ingredients together with a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture is creamy and well-combined.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice flour, quinoa, baking soda, and salt.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully combined. If using, stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
5
Scoop rounded teaspoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart as they will spread slightly while baking.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 14 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking, as they can crisp up quickly.
7
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious cookies!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Quinoa Tahini Delight Cookies?
These are a gluten-free, wheat-free, dairy-free, and egg-free treat that combines the nutty flavor of tahini with the texture of cooked quinoa.
Are these cookies gluten-free?
Yes, these cookies are specifically designed to be gluten-free and wheat-free.
Are these cookies vegan?
The recipe is tagged as vegan; however, it uses honey as a sweetener and butter or margarine as a fat source. To ensure they are vegan, use margarine and verify your preference for honey.
What is the flavor profile of these cookies?
They have a rich, nutty taste from the tahini paired with a light sweetness from honey and brown sugar.
What kind of texture do these cookies have?
These cookies offer a harmonious blend of crunchy and chewy textures.
What oven temperature is required?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How should the baking sheets be prepared?
Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
What are the primary wet ingredients?
The wet ingredients consist of honey, brown sugar, softened butter or margarine, and creamy tahini paste.
What are the primary dry ingredients?
The dry ingredients include rice flour, cooked quinoa, baking soda, and salt.
Is vanilla extract necessary for this recipe?
Vanilla extract is optional and can be added for extra flavor.
How should I combine the ingredients?
Mix the wet ingredients until creamy, whisk the dry ingredients separately, and then gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture until combined.
How much batter should I use per cookie?
Scoop rounded teaspoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared cookie sheets.
How much space should be left between cookies?
Space the cookies about 2 inches apart as they will spread slightly while baking.
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 14 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when they are golden brown around the edges.
What is the cooling process?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total, including the optional vanilla extract.
What adjustments should be made for low altitude?
At low altitude, reduce the rice flour to 1 cup and the cooked quinoa to 3/4 cup.
How much rice flour is needed for standard altitude?
The recipe calls for 1 1/4 cups of sifted rice flour.
How much cooked quinoa is needed for standard altitude?
The recipe requires 7/8 cup of cooked quinoa.
What type of tahini is best for this recipe?
A creamy tahini paste is recommended for the best results.
What sweetener provides the light sweetness?
The sweetness comes from a combination of 1/2 cup of honey and 1/3 cup of packed brown sugar.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either softened butter or margarine depending on your dietary needs.
Does the recipe contain eggs?
No, this is an egg-free cookie recipe.
What role does baking soda play?
Baking soda acts as the leavening agent for these cookies.
Is this recipe suitable for people on restrictive diets?
Yes, it is designed for those avoiding wheat, gluten, dairy, or eggs.
Can these cookies be given as gifts?
Yes, they make for a very thoughtful homemade gift.
Are these cookies kid-friendly?
Yes, the description mentions they will surprise even the pickiest of eaters.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include gluten-free, vegan, healthy snacks, dessert, cookies, treats, quinoa, and tahini.
What is the recipe ID for this dish?
The unique recipe ID is crispy-quinoa-tahini-delight-cookies.