Savory Spiced Tahini Chews
Indulge in these Savory Spiced Tahini Chews, a delightful fusion of creamy tahini and earthy spices. Each cookie is perfectly chewy with a distinct savory angle complemented by a hint of sweetness from rice syrup, which ensures a balanced flavor profile. The addition of grated parmesan cheese enhances the umami richness, while a medley of spices—cumin, cinnamon, and herbs—creates an aromatic experience with every bite. These gluten-free delights are suitable for snacking any time of day, making them a versatile treat for both sweet and savory palates.
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
egg
1 (beaten)
rice syrup
1 tablespoon (liquid)
tahini
4 tablespoons (smooth)
parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons (grated)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (to taste)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (dry)
ground sesame seeds
3 tablespoons (ground)
cumin
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon (dried)
dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon (dried)
rice flour
2 tablespoons (fine)
cornstarch
1 tablespoon (fine)
arrowroot
1 tablespoon (or yam, or potato starch)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking tray by lining it with non-stick baking paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, rice syrup, tahini, and grated parmesan cheese. Using a hand mixer or a whisk, cream these ingredients until smooth and well blended.
3
Next, carefully fold in the ground sesame seeds along with the cumin, cinnamon, dried thyme, and rosemary until evenly distributed.
4
In a separate bowl, mix together the salt, baking soda, rice flour, cornstarch, and your choice of arrowroot, yam, or potato starch.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be homogenous but still airy.
6
Using two teaspoons, drop dollops of dough onto the prepared baking tray, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie as they will spread slightly.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 20 minutes, keeping a close watch on them as baking times can vary. They should rise, take on a light golden brown hue, and remain slightly soft to the touch.
8
Once out of the oven, allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before transferring them to an airtight container for storage.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Spiced Tahini Chews?
Savory Spiced Tahini Chews are a fusion of creamy tahini and earthy spices, offering a unique savory-sweet flavor profile with a chewy texture.
Are these cookies gluten-free?
Yes, these cookies are gluten-free, utilizing rice flour, cornstarch, and arrowroot, yam, or potato starch.
What gives these cookies their savory flavor?
The savory taste comes from a combination of tahini, grated parmesan cheese, cumin, thyme, and rosemary.
What sweetener is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of liquid rice syrup to provide a hint of sweetness and balance the savory ingredients.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the cookies need to bake?
The cookies should be baked for 10 to 20 minutes until they rise and take on a light golden brown hue.
What type of cheese is included in the ingredients?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese to enhance the umami richness.
Can I substitute arrowroot starch?
Yes, you can use either yam starch or potato starch as a substitute for arrowroot starch in this recipe.
How should I prepare the baking tray?
Prepare the baking tray by lining it with non-stick baking paper.
What ingredients should be creamed together first?
Combine the egg, rice syrup, tahini, and grated parmesan cheese first and cream them until smooth.
What tools can I use to cream the wet ingredients?
You can use either a hand mixer or a manual whisk to blend the wet ingredients.
When should the sesame seeds and spices be added?
Fold in the ground sesame seeds, cumin, cinnamon, dried thyme, and rosemary after creaming the wet ingredients but before adding the flours.
What dry ingredients are mixed in a separate bowl?
In a separate bowl, mix the salt, baking soda, rice flour, cornstarch, and your choice of starch (arrowroot, yam, or potato).
How do I ensure the dough stays airy?
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
How should I place the dough on the baking tray?
Use two teaspoons to drop dollops of dough onto the tray, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
How do I know the cookies are finished baking?
They are done when they have risen, look light golden brown, and remain slightly soft to the touch.
Where should the cookies cool after baking?
Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before transferring them to storage.
What is the best way to store these chews?
Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain their texture.
What is the texture of these cookies?
The cookies are designed to be perfectly chewy.
Are these cookies suitable for a snack?
Yes, they are described as versatile gluten-free delights suitable for snacking at any time of day.
What spices provide the aromatic experience?
A medley of cumin, cinnamon, dried thyme, and dried rosemary creates the aromatic profile.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Is the tahini used smooth or chunky?
The recipe specifies using 4 tablespoons of smooth tahini.
What type of rice flour is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of fine rice flour.
Should the sesame seeds be whole or ground?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of ground sesame seeds.
How much salt is included?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of salt, adjusted to taste.
Does the recipe use baking powder or baking soda?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of dry baking soda.
How should the egg be prepared?
The recipe calls for 1 beaten egg.
What is the primary flavor profile of these chews?
The profile is a balanced fusion of savory umami and a hint of sweetness with aromatic herbal notes.
Can these be considered healthy snacks?
Yes, they are tagged as a healthy, gluten-free snack option.