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Photo Credit: Elizabeth Newman

Chocolate Chip Tahini Cake

10 MINPrep Time
20 MINCook Time
16Servings
by Samah Dada
Beginner
Photo Credit: Elizabeth Newman
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This cake has an unbelievably fluffy texture that's created by a combination of almond and coconut flour. The sweetness from the coconut sugar is complemented by the tahini, which totally transforms the flavor profile of this dessert. The vegan frosting takes it to another level, making it the perfect dessert for a special occasion, or even a sweet afternoon treat.
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Chocolate Chip Tahini Cake

Servings

16

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Image of Chocolate Chip Tahini Cake

Ingredients

    For The Tahini Cake:

  • 3/4 cup tahini
  • 2 eggs* (See Chef's Note)
  • 3/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cup + 2 tablespoons almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons coconut flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips and more for topping
  • For The Vegan Chocolate Frosting:

  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup creamy almond butter
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8- by 8-inch pan with parchment paper with flaps so you will be able to easily lift it out of the pan after baking.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and tahini until smooth. Stir in coconut sugar and mix until it is thoroughly incorporated. Pour almond milk into the tahini mixture, and then add vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour and baking soda.
  4. Stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients (the batter should be thick and sticky). Fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Transfer batter to the prepared pan and add more chocolate chips on top of the batter. Bake for 20 minutes. Cool before frosting.
  6. To make the frosting, combine the cocoa powder and almond butter in a medium bowl. Add in the almond milk and stir to combine. Lastly, stir in maple syrup and mix until thoroughly combined and smooth.
  7. When the cake has cooled, frost, slice and serve.

Nutrition

Nutrition

Nutrition Serving Size
16
per serving
Calories
0
Amount/Serving % Daily Value
Carbs
20 grams
Protein
6 grams
Fat
16 grams
Saturated Fat
2 grams
Cholestrol
21 milligrams
Sodium
114 milligrams
Fiber
3 grams
Sugar
14 grams
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1 comment

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    Sara T - Jun 09

    what is the "chef's note" for the eggs? Nothing is listed- would be great to know the options so it is a vegan and GF treat!

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