No Bake Tahini brownies (Gluten Free, Vegan)

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These no bake tahini brownies are fudgy and rich with a nutty chocolate flavor. They're made with tahini and almond flour, and sweetened with maple syrup. This easy brownie recipe is no-bake gluten free, vegan and paleo friendly.

If I had to pick a favorite type of dessert, it would definitely be something no-bake and made with chocolate.

And these no bake tahini brownies are up there on my list of favorites. They are fudgy and rich, made with tahini and chocolate (the best combo) and come together in minutes.

My kids loved these tahini chocolate brownies as well, which is saying something since they don't particularly love tahini (crazy kids!).

Why You'll Love These No Bake Tahini Brownies

paleo and vegan friendly - made with real, whole food ingredients
gluten free and grain free - these fudgy brownies are made with almond flour and don't contain any wheat or grains such as oats
dairy free - no butter or milk
sweetened with maple syrup - these no bake brownies are made without dates, so no blender necessary
easy to make - a simple, one-bowl recipe
no bake - quick and easy and perfect for the warmer months

top view of cut tahini brownies on cutting board

Ingredients

Only a few simple ingredients are needed to make these brownies with tahini:

blanched almond flour - to keep these tahini brownies gluten free and paleo I used almond flour. The best swap would be tigernut flour.
cacao powder - for that rich chocolate flavor. You can swap cacao powder for cocoa powder.
salt - enhances the flavors.
tahini - I used an unsalted tahini. If you're using salted tahini, then cut the added salt in half.
maple syrup - to sweeten the brownies.
vanilla extract - for flavor.
dark chocolate - gives these brownies the perfect fudgy texture. I recommend a cocoa content between 65-85%
sesame seeds - optional topping for the brownies. You can leave this out or top them with chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips or sprinkles.

How To Make No Bake Tahini Brownies

To make these gluten free tahini brownies you'll need a loaf pan lined with parchment paper, a mixing bowl, spatula and the required ingredients. Here are the steps:

First line a loaf pan with parchment paper. I used an 8x4 inch loaf pan, but slightly larger will work too.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl combine the almond flour, cacao powder and salt. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the tahini, maple syrup and vanilla.
Next, melt the dark chocolate. You can melt the chocolate in the microwave at 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each interval. Or melt the chocolate on the stovetop, over low heat.
Pour the tahini mixture and the melted chocolate into the dry mixture. Stir with a spatula until well combined. The batter will be thick with a playdough-like consistency.

Press the batter into the lined pan, then top with sesame seed if desired.

Lastly, place the brownies in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm. After chilling, cut them to desired size and serve!

Storage

These no bake fudge brownies are best kept in the fridge, but can be kept in the freezer for longer storage. Keep them in an airtight baggie or container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or the freezer up to 2 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

When are the brownies done?

Since these are no-bake brownies, they don't need to bake. All you have to do is chill them in the fridge for 30 minutes and then they're ready to eat.

Can these brownies be made nut free?

Yes! Swapping the almond flour for tigernut flour (or ground sunflower seeds) will make this recipe nut free.

Are these no bake brownies paleo?

Yes, this is a paleo brownie recipe because it is gluten free, grain free, dairy free, and refined sugar free. Just be sure to use paleo friendly chocolate chips for the dark chocolate.

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