Black Sesame Blondies (Printable)
Rich, nutty blondies with black sesame flavor and chewy, buttery texture.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
05 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Flavor & Texture
08 - 1/3 cup black sesame seeds, toasted and ground
09 - 1/3 cup white chocolate chips
10 - 2 tablespoons whole black sesame seeds
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Toast the black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Cool slightly, then grind 1/3 cup in a spice grinder or food processor until fine. Reserve 2 tablespoons whole seeds for topping.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla, whisking until well combined.
05 - Stir in the ground black sesame until fully incorporated.
06 - Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and fold together gently until just combined.
07 - Fold in the white chocolate chips.
08 - Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with the reserved whole black sesame seeds.
09 - Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
10 - Let cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into squares.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The black sesame adds this incredible depth that keeps people guessing what makes them so special
- They manage to feel sophisticated while still being the sort of treat you want to eat with your hands
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- Toasting the sesame seeds is not optional, it is what transforms their flavor from mild to absolutely incredible
- These blondies continue to firm up as they cool, so trust the toothpick test even if the center seems slightly soft
03 -
- Grind the sesame seeds just before using them for the most vibrant flavor and aroma
- Use room temperature ingredients so everything incorporates smoothly without overmixing