Black Sesame Brownies (Print)

Rich, fudgy squares infused with nutty black sesame paste and dark chocolate chunks for a unique fusion dessert experience.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
06 - 1 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1/2 cup black sesame paste
08 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Chocolate

10 - 4 oz dark chocolate, chopped

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - 1 tbsp black sesame seeds

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - Combine melted butter, sugar, and black sesame paste in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing until just combined.
06 - Gently fold in the chopped dark chocolate.
07 - Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle black sesame seeds over the surface if using.
08 - Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
09 - Let cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The black sesame adds this incredible nutty depth that makes people pause and ask what makes them different
  • They strike that perfect balance between fudgy and cakey, with a glossy top that cracks beautifully when you bite in
02 -
  • Underbaking slightly is your friend here, as these continue cooking in the pan and should be fudgy, not cakey
  • The black sesame paste can seize up if it's cold, so let it come to room temperature before mixing or give it 10 seconds in the microwave
03 -
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top right after baking for a sweet-salty finish that makes these completely addictive
  • If your black sesame paste is particularly thick, warm it gently with a teaspoon of the melted butter before incorporating

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