Black Tahini Cherry Sesame Brownies (No Refined Sugar)
These fudgy black tahini brownies are naturally sweetened with organic maple syrup and made entirely with almond flour. Fresh cherries are folded throughout for bursts of tart sweetness that balance the deep chocolate and earthy tahini. Rich, grown-up brownies with a tender crumb and glossy finish.
Equipment
- 8x8-inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup black tahini well stirred
- ½ cup organic maple syrup
- ⅓ cup olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup almond flour finely ground, blanched preferred
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
Fold-Ins
- ¾ cup fresh cherries pitted and halved
- ¼ cup maple-sweetened dark chocolate chunks optional
Optional Topping
- Flaky sea salt or black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the black tahini, maple syrup, and oil until smooth and glossy.
- Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully emulsified.
- Sift the cocoa powder directly into the bowl, then add the almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gently fold the batter until just combined and no dry streaks remain. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the cherries and chocolate chunks, if using.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle lightly with flaky salt or sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is just barely firm. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Notes
For extra fudgy brownies, remove closer to 22 minutes and chill before slicing.
Almond flour creates a tender crumb; avoid overbaking.
If cherries are especially juicy, toss them with 1 teaspoon cocoa powder before folding in to prevent excess moisture.
These brownies are naturally gluten-free and sweetened without refined sugar.
Almond flour creates a tender crumb; avoid overbaking.
If cherries are especially juicy, toss them with 1 teaspoon cocoa powder before folding in to prevent excess moisture.
These brownies are naturally gluten-free and sweetened without refined sugar.