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Flavorful Brown Butter Miso Brownie Mix Cookies with Tahini Swirl

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These cookies combine the nutty richness of brown butter, the umami depth of white miso, and a creamy tahini swirl for a unique, chewy, and comforting treat made from a brownie mix.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 1 tablespoon white miso paste (shiro miso)
  • 1 box (about 18 ounces or 510g) brownie mix (preferably Ghirardelli)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) tahini
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Place 1/2 cup unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously as it melts and foams. After 5-7 minutes, it will turn golden brown with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon white miso paste until smooth. Let cool about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and the brown butter-miso mixture. Stir until smooth and uniform. Fold in optional walnuts or chocolate chips if using. Batter should be thick but spreadable.
  3. In a small bowl, stir 1/4 cup tahini to loosen it slightly; add a teaspoon of warm water if thick.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of tahini over the batter spread on a parchment-lined 9×13 inch baking sheet.
  5. Using a skewer or knife tip, gently swirl the tahini through the batter to create a marbled effect without overmixing.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly soft. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. If cookies seem too soft after cooling, refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up without drying.

Notes

Keep a close eye when browning butter to avoid burning. Use white miso for mild sweetness; darker miso can overpower. Swirl tahini gently to maintain marbled look. If cookies are too soft, refrigerate briefly to firm up. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter and vegan brownie mix. For gluten-free, use gluten-free brownie mix. Optional mix-ins add texture and flavor.

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Keywords: brown butter, miso, brownie mix, cookies, tahini swirl, easy dessert, unique cookies, chewy cookies, umami dessert

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