Nutty, fudgy, and beautifully marbled—these bars combine rich dark chocolate with creamy tahini for an indulgent treat that’s both sophisticated and satisfyingly simple.
🧑🍳 Overview
- Difficulty: Medium
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: ~50 minutes
- Servings: 12 bars
- Cuisine: Modern Fusion Dessert
📝 Ingredients
For the Batter:
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Chocolate Swirl:
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil
🧑🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 175°C / 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Batter
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla.
- Stir in almond flour and salt until smooth.
3. Make the Chocolate Swirl
- Melt chocolate with coconut oil in a microwave or over a double boiler.
- Drizzle over the tahini mixture and use a knife to create swirls.

4. Bake
- Bake for 23–26 minutes until set and edges are golden.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars.
🍽️ Nutritional Highlights (per bar, approx.)
- Calories: ~210
- Carbs: 12g
- Fat: 16g
- Sweetness: Naturally sweetened
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📂 Categories
- Main Categories: Dessert, Bars
- Additional Tags:
- Tahini Recipes
- Chocolate Desserts
- Gluten-Free Ideas
- Marbled Bars
- Modern Fusion Baking
- Small Batch Treats