A simple three ingredient chocolate spread that satisfies the sweet tooth.

This has easily become one of our favorite treats. As someone who has grown up eating Nutella with bread I was so excited to try out a simpler, healthier, cruelty free alternative! And unlike Nutella, this recipe has more powerful antioxidants and healthy fats. Plus it's a good source of zinc and iron!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

So simple and quick to make.
Only THREE ingredients!
Healthy alternative to store bought chocolate spreads.
No fancy equipment needed to make this.
Tastes so good!

What Ingredients Go into Chocolate Tahini Spread?

This chocolate tahini spread is so simple it only requires three ingredients:

Tahini - preferably a creamy brand
Cocoa Powder - can also use cacao powder
Maple Syrup - or any other sweetener of your choice, for example, agave or powdered sugar

What is Tahini?

Similar to making a nut butter, tahini is blended sesame seeds to create a creamy paste. It is commonly found in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes.

Does the chocolate tahini spread taste like Nutella?

This recipe may not taste exactly like Nutella, but it serves as a fantastic alternative. It offers the same creamy, chocolatey indulgence and satisfies your cravings for a rich treat! And even though this recipe isn't sugar free, it is better than Nutella or other store bought chocolate spreads. Using alternative sweeteners, such as maple syrup and agave, is still better than commonly used sugars. Again, this doesn't make it "healthy", but it definitely is healthier than Nutella.

How to make chocolate tahini spread

Things to note about tahini

Not all store bought tahini are the same, some can be much creamier than others. The tahini sold by Trader Joe's is very dry and thick, this isn't the easiest to mix with a fork and will leave you with a less creamy spread.
We prefer to buy ours from our local Persian shop.
Be sure to mix your tahini in the jar, the oils tend to separate.

How to store

This chocolate tahini spread should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Pairing suggestions

Over toast
With fruit, such as banana and strawberries
Over pancakes or waffles
As a crepe filling

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