Miso Brownies
Miso Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and savory umami, creating a unique dessert experience. These gluten-free brownies are moist, fudgy, and perfect for satisfying sweet cravings with a twist.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
250 kcal
Ingredients
- dark chocolate - 100 grams
- unsalted butter - 50 grams
- miso paste - 20 grams
- brown sugar - 75 grams
- eggs - 1 large
- vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- cocoa powder - 30 grams
- gluten-free flour blend - 30 grams
- baking powder - 1/4 teaspoon
- sea salt - a pinch
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish (about 20x20 cm).
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Stir in the miso paste and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Sift in the cocoa powder, gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, and sea salt, then fold gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbs: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
- Total Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Water: 0.1 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in antioxidants from dark chocolate.
- Provides a unique source of umami flavor from miso, which can enhance overall taste satisfaction.
Tags
JapaneseGluten-FreeBaked Dish