Twist on an Oatmeal Cookie

Tahini Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

2 cups rolled oats
1c. cup whole wheat flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup tahini
4 tbsp butter softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 large egg white
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)



Preheat oven to 350F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.Whisk together oats, flours, baking soda, salt and cinnamon in a medium bowl.Beat tahini and butter together until blended. Add sugars and beat until well combined. Add in egg, egg white and vanilla until thoroughly combined. Stir in oat mixture until nearly incorporated, then add in chocolate chips. Do not over mix.Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet.Bake for 10-12 minutes (or 15 minutes for a crispy cookie), until golden brown at the edges.Remore to a wire rack to cool completely.Makes 4 dozen.