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Decadent Tahini Dark Chocolate Swirl Brownies

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These brownies feature a rich, fudgy texture with a creamy tahini swirl and a salty sea salt finish, offering a unique twist on classic brownies that is both indulgent and sophisticated.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour, sifted (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/2 cup (120g) tahini, well-stirred
  • 1/2 cup (90g) dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher)
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until glossy and combined, about 1-2 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Sift together the all-purpose flour and cocoa powder into a separate bowl to prevent lumps.
  4. Gradually fold the flour-cocoa mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Gently stir in half of the dark chocolate chips, reserving the rest for swirling.
  6. In a small bowl, loosen the tahini with a tablespoon of warm water if it seems too thick to help it swirl smoothly.
  7. Pour half the brownie batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it out evenly. Dollop half the tahini over the batter in small spoonfuls. Repeat with the remaining batter and tahini. Use a butter knife or skewer to create swirls by dragging through the layers in a figure-eight motion. Scatter the remaining chocolate chips on top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly soft. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Immediately after baking, sprinkle flaky sea salt evenly over the surface while the brownies are still warm.
  10. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Use smooth tahini for best swirling results; warm it slightly if too thick. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep brownies tender. Let brownies cool completely before slicing for clean cuts. Adding flaky sea salt immediately after baking enhances flavor and texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free dark chocolate. Optional nuts add crunch and texture.

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