Global Dessert Mash-Ups (Print)
Experience global flavors in desserts featuring matcha, chai, and black sesame with creative technique.
# Ingredients:
→ Matcha-Miso Brownies
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1 cup bittersweet chocolate, chopped
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1 tablespoon matcha powder
08 - 1 tablespoon white miso paste
09 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Chai Tiramisu (mini cups, optional)
10 - 1 cup mascarpone cheese
11 - 2/3 cup heavy cream
12 - 1/4 cup sugar
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 100 ml strong chai tea, cooled
15 - 12 ladyfinger biscuits
16 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
17 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
18 - Cocoa powder, for dusting
→ Black Sesame Cheesecake Bars
19 - 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
20 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
21 - 14 ounces cream cheese, softened
22 - 1/2 cup sugar
23 - 2 large eggs
24 - 1/4 cup black sesame paste
25 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
26 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - Melt butter and chopped chocolate together in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
03 - Whisk granulated sugar into the chocolate mixture, followed by eggs one at a time and vanilla extract.
04 - Sift all-purpose flour, matcha powder, and salt into the bowl; gently stir until just combined.
05 - Fold white miso paste into the batter, leaving visible streaks for a marbled finish.
06 - Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until set but retaining a fudgy texture. Allow to cool completely before slicing.
07 - Beat mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until thick and smooth.
08 - Quickly immerse ladyfinger biscuits into cooled chai tea and arrange in serving cups or glasses.
09 - Spread the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, dusting the surface with ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and cocoa powder.
10 - Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
11 - Combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press mixture firmly into a lined 8-inch square pan.
12 - Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Incorporate eggs individually, then add black sesame paste, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
13 - Pour cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until set.
14 - Allow bars to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before cutting into portions.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Fusion desserts bring unique flavors and textures to your table
- Easy to customize with ingredient swaps to suit preferences
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- You can swap white miso for tahini in brownies if miso is unavailable
- Black sesame paste can often be found in Asian grocery stores or replaced with peanut butter for a different flavor
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- For neat brownie squares, chill completely before slicing
- Use fresh strong chai for tiramisu to avoid sogginess