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    Home » Recipes » Snacks

    By Kaleigh McMordie - August 22, 2018, Updated January 18, 2022

    Maple Tahini Cashew Clusters

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    These maple tahini cashew clusters made with just 5 simple ingredients are easy to whip up and hard to resist! (gluten-free, vegan)

    maple tahini cashew clusters in a small white bowl.

    Where are my cashew lovers? This recipe is for you! Cashews are so stinkin' delicious and underrated. But I've found a way to make them even more delicious - coat them in crunchy maple tahini goodness. Game changer.

    Why You'll Love These Cashew Clusters

    If you're already in love with tahini, then you'll obviously love them. Believe me when I say these maple tahini cashew clusters are dangerously tasty. Slightly sweet, a little salty, super nutty, and the perfect level of toasty. The crunchy combination is addictive. Luckily, they're incredibly easy to make with just 5 ingredients, and they happen to be vegan, if that's your jam!

    The Ingredients

    overhead view of ingredients needed to make maple tahini cashew clusters.
    • Cashews - Use raw cashew halves
    • Tahini - I like to use salted tahini. It's usually found near the nut butters.
    • Maple Syrup
    • Sesame Seeds - Optional, but they get toasty and delicious in the oven.
    • Salt - I like a coarse salt like kosher salt or coarsely ground sea salt.

    How To Make Them

    four image collage showing steps for making maple tahini cashew clusters.
    1. Stir together the cashews, tahini and maple syrup in a large bowl.
    2. Spread the mixture evenly but tightly packed onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
    3. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and salt.
    4. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
    5. Let the cashews cool completely before breaking into clusters.

    Pro Tips for Success

    • Don't use salted, roasted cashews. They'll be too salty and burn more easily. Go plain and raw.
    • Make sure the cashews are in a single layer but tightly packed (you don't want to see white space underneath). This will help them stick together into beautiful clusters.
    • Watch carefully so you don't burn the cashews. You want them toasty but not too brown. They won't look crunchy when you pull them from the oven, but they'll firm up as they cool. Wait until the cashews are completely cool before breaking them up.
    closeup of a maple tahini cashew cluster with a bowl of clusters and a spoonful of tahini in the background.

    Love Tahini? Try These Other Tahini Recipes

    • Maple Tahini Fig Overnight Oats
    • Dark Chocolate Tahini Cups
    • One Bowl Tahini Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
    • Vegan Coconut Tahini Granola
    • Tahini Roasted Cauliflower

    If you make this recipe, please be sure to leave a star rating in the comments below!

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    Maple Tahini Cashew Clusters

    overhead view of maple tahini cashew clusters in a small bowl.
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    These maple tahini cashew clusters made with just 5 simple ingredients are easy to whip up and hard to resist! (gluten-free, vegan)

    • Author: Kaleigh
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 2 cups 1x
    • Category: snack
    • Method: baked
    • Cuisine: Mediterranean

    Ingredients

    Scale
    • 2 cups raw cashews
    • 2 tbsp tahini
    • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
    • 2 tsp sesame seeds
    • Coarse sea salt

    Instructions

    1. Heat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    2. In a large bowl, stir together cashews, tahini and maple syrup. Spread on baking sheet in close together in one large clump in a single layer. This will help it to stick into clusters instead of just single cashews. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sea salt.
    3. Bake 20-25 min, or until golden but not burned.
    4. Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking into clusters.
    5. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

    Notes

    • Don't use salted, roasted cashews. They'll be too salty and burn more easily. Go plain and raw.
    • Make sure the cashews are in a single layer but tightly packed (you don't want to see white space underneath). This will help them stick together into beautiful clusters.
    • Watch carefully so you don't burn the cashews. You want them toasty but not too brown. They won't look crunchy when you pull them from the oven, but they'll firm up as they cool. Wait until the cashews are completely cool before breaking them up.

    Keywords: maple tahini cashews, vegan cashew clusters, maple tahini cashew clusters

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    About Kaleigh McMordie

    Kaleigh McMordie, MCN, RDN, LD, is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian in Abilene, Texas, as well as a member of the Baby Led Weaning Dietitians Network. Kaleigh can be found at kaleighmcmordie.com.

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    1. Kim Ballard says

      August 24, 2018 at 5:17 pm

      Do you nutritional info for this?

      Reply
      • Kaleigh says

        August 26, 2018 at 3:07 pm

        Hi Kim, I don’t provide nutrition information but you can calculate it using one of the many online calculators or apps.

        Reply

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