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Fudgy Tahini Swirl Brownies

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These fudgy brownies combine deep chocolate flavor with a creamy tahini swirl and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a unique and addictive treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (130 g) tahini, well-stirred
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (in batter)
  • Flaky sea salt for topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and fine sea salt. Set aside.
  3. In a larger bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and glossy. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. The batter should be thick and fudgy.
  6. Dollop the tahini over the batter in several spots. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the tahini into the batter to create a marbled effect without overmixing.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top gently with a spatula. Sprinkle flaky sea salt evenly over the surface.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, starting to check at 25 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  9. Cool the brownies completely in the pan on a cooling rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.
  10. Use the parchment overhang to lift the brownies out of the pan and cut into 9 or 12 squares.

Notes

If tahini is too thick for swirling, warm it slightly or stir in a teaspoon of neutral oil to loosen. Avoid overbaking to keep brownies soft and fudgy. Cooling completely before slicing is crucial for clean cuts.

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