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Matcha Green Tea Brownies with Sesame Tuile and Red Bean Filling

2023-02-15 - Written by: Yumi Nakahara

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Matcha Green Tea Brownies with Sesame Tuile and Red Bean Filling

A Japanese-inspired twist on traditional brownies, featuring matcha-infused chocolate and a crunchy sesame tuile.

Matcha Green Tea Brownies with Sesame Tuile and Red Bean Filling

Ingredients

For the Brownie:

  • 1 cup (200g) dark chocolate chips (at least 70% cocoa)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons matcha powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour

For the Sesame Tuile:

  • 1/2 cup (60g) white sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (55g) unsalted butter, softened

For the Red Bean Filling:

  • 1/2 cup (120g) azuki bean paste (or red bean paste)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Sesame Tuile

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together sesame seeds and sugar.
  3. Add softened butter to the bowl and stir until well combined.
  4. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin layer.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
  6. Allow the tuile to cool completely before breaking it into pieces.

Step 2: Prepare the Red Bean Filling

  1. If using azuki bean paste, warm it up in the microwave or on the stovetop according to package instructions.
  2. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3: Make the Brownie

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch (20cm) square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and matcha powder. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter. Melt in the microwave or over a double boiler.
  4. Add sugar to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
  6. Stir in the flour mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Allow the brownie to cool completely in the pan.

Step 4: Assemble the Brownie

  1. Once the brownie is cooled, cut it into squares.
  2. Place a square of red bean filling on top of each brownie square.
  3. Top with a piece of sesame tuile.
  4. Serve and enjoy!

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