Sweet Potato Tahini Cookies

This is a one-bowl, no-mixer, small-batch recipe that makes the perfect amount — just enough to satisfy the craving without a mountain of leftovers. Minimal mess, maximum flavor… you know the vibe.

💛 Why These Cookies Are Great for Kids

Sweet potatoes bring:

• Vitamin A (for vision + immune health)

• Fiber

• Potassium

• Natural sweetness

Tahini brings:

• Healthy fats (for brain development)

• Calcium

• Plant-based protein

They're soft, easy to chew, refined-sugar-free, and made entirely from real, gentle ingredients.
Yes — absolutely kid-friendly, even for toddlers (as long as they tolerate sesame).

🍪 Ingredients

(Makes about 8–10 small cookies)

• ¼ cup mashed sweet potato (plain, no seasoning)

• ¼ cup maple syrup

• ¼ cup + 2 tbsp tahini

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp pumpkin spice

• ½ cup all-purpose flour, sifted

• 1 tsp baking powder, sifted with flour

🥣 Instructions

1. Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a medium bowl, combine:

• sweet potato

• maple syrup

• tahini

• vanilla

• pumpkin spice

Mix until smooth and creamy.

2. Add the Dry Ingredients

Sift ½ cup flour + 1 tsp baking powder directly into the bowl.
Gently fold until a soft dough forms.

3. Scoop & Shape

Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion dough into 1.5-inch balls.
Place on a lined baking sheet.

Use a fork to press each cookie vertically and horizontally — just like classic peanut butter cookies.

4. Bake

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 minutes.
They will look slightly soft — that’s perfect.
Let them cool 10 minutes to set.

📊 Nutrition (Per Cookie — Approx.)

Based on 9 cookies

• Calories: ~110

• Carbs: ~14g

• Fat: ~5g

• Protein: ~2g

• Fiber: ~1g

• Vitamin A: ~30–35% DV (thanks, sweet potato!)

• No refined sugar, no butter, no eggs

👶 Are These Good for Small Kids?

Yes — these are one of the BEST cookies to offer toddlers and young kids because:

• They’re soft and easy to chew

• They contain veggies + healthy fats

• No refined sugar

• No allergens unless your child is sensitive to sesame

• Sweetened gently with maple syrup

For ages 1–5, these make an amazing snack or dessert.
(Just serve with water and keep portions appropriate — 1 cookie for toddlers, 1–2 for bigger kids.)

🌟 Make It Even Better

• Add mini dark chocolate chips

• Add chopped pecans

• Swap pumpkin spice for cinnamon

• Drizzle with tahini after baking

If you bake these, tag me at #MyTinyTreat — nothing makes me happier than seeing your kids enjoying wholesome homemade treats