These Chocolate Chip Tahini Blondies are a fiber-fueled, mineral-rich chocolatey treat. Tahini (or sesame seed paste) is one of the most nutrient dense foods. We typically think of it as an all- star ingredient in hummus, but there are so many other uses- like in dessert! Tahini helps to stabilize blood sugar (thanks to the fat, protein, and fiber it provides), is a good source of bone-building calcium, and is good for your heart as it can reduce total cholesterol and LDL.

I use Bob’s Red Mill Oat Bran to boost the fiber. Oat bran contains beta glucan, a type of soluble fiber that improves cholesterol, diabetes, and gut health.

Regular oat flour will also work. I prefer oat bran due to the fiber content!

I hope you enjoy these slightly earthy, slightly nutty, slightly sweet blondies!

Dry Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup Bob’s Red Mill Oat Bran (or oat flour
• 3/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseeds and/or chia seeds
• 1 tsp baking soda

+ 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Wet Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup tahini
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 2 tsps vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup avocado oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8×8 baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the wet ingredients until smooth.
3. Add the dry ingredients. Fold in the chocolate chips.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are slightly golden.

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