Chocolate Tahini Brownies

5 from 2 votes

Chocolate tahini brownies are a delicious fudgy brownie with sweetened maple tahini drizzled on top.

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Preheat the oven to 325℉ (163℃). Line an 8"x8" baking dish with parchment paper. Spray or rub it with oil or butter to help the brownies not to stick.
Make the brownie batter. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract. Set aside. In a second bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix well. The brownie batter is thick. Add in the milk chocolate chips. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish.
Make the tahini mixture. In a bowl, combine the tahini and maple syrup until it's smooth and consistent. Dollop the tahini mixture on top of the brownie mixture. Use a toothpick to spread it around.
Bake the chocolate tahini brownies for 40 to 45 minutes at 325℉ (163℃). Pull the parchment paper out of the baking dish and let the brownies cool on the countertop for about 15 minutes.

Applesauce is a substitute for oil. I personally can't tell much difference between using applesauce and oil, and I prefer desserts with less fat. If you would like to swap out this ingredient, the best substitutes are canola oil, melted butter, coconut oil, or olive oil.
Substitute brown sugar or coconut sugar for granulated white sugar.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Use milk chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, or chopped bittersweet chocolate.