Sea Salt Tahini Cookies
These delish tahini sea salt cookies are always a true crowd favorite, simple, comforting, and just a little unexpected in the best way. They come out of the oven with perfectly golden edges, soft centers, and that rich, nutty depth from the tahini that makes them feel a little more special than your everyday cookie. The balance of sweet brown sugar, buttery dough, and flaky sea salt on top creates that addictive sweet-and-savory bite you’ll find yourself reaching for again and again.
What makes them even better is how effortlessly they come together. With just a handful of pantry staples, you get a bakery-style cookie that feels both familiar and elevated at the same time. They’re perfect for sharing at gatherings, gifting to friends, or honestly just keeping on the counter for those little moments when you need something cozy and indulgent.
If you end up making them, I would absolutely love to hear what you think, please let me know how much you love them in the comments or tag me on socials!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Mix in egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
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Add tahini and mix until smooth.
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Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
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Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet and lightly drizzle or swirl with extra tahini.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and lightly golden.
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Immediately sprinkle with sea salt and let cool on the pan.
