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Tahini frosting dripping from a stainless steel spoon.
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4.24 from 17 votes

Tahini Frosting Recipe

This chocolate tahini frosting is Paleo-diet-friendly, vegan, and refined sugar free. It’s one of my favorite toppings for cakes and cupcakes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Chilling Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16
Calories: 149kcal
Author: Jennifer Bell

Ingredients

  • 1 cup tahini
  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Add the tahini, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and salt to a mixing bowl.
  • Mix until the cocoa powder is completely dissolved and the frosting thickens to a spreadable consistency.
  • Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before using to frost cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or donuts.

Notes

  • Makes enough for 16 cupcakes or a two-layer 9-inch cake.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg