Pin This collection of Global Dessert Mash-Ups brings together inventive sweets that blend flavors and techniques from around the world. Get ready for matcha-miso brownies, chai tiramisu, and black sesame cheesecake bars—all in one recipe!
I remember trying my first matcha brownie at a café in Tokyo, and it instantly sparked my curiosity about combining unexpected flavors. Bringing together classic treats like tiramisu and cheesecake bars with a twist has made dessert time so much more creative at home.
Ingredients
- Matcha-Miso Brownies: 115 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, 200 g (1 cup) bittersweet chocolate (chopped), 150 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 70 g (1/2 cup) all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp matcha powder, 1 tbsp white miso paste, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- Chai Tiramisu (mini cups, optional): 250 g (1 cup) mascarpone cheese, 150 ml (2/3 cup) heavy cream, 50 g (1/4 cup) sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 100 ml strong chai tea (cooled), 12 ladyfinger biscuits, 1 tbsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground cardamom, cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Black Sesame Cheesecake Bars: 200 g (2 cups) chocolate cookie crumbs, 75 g (1/3 cup) unsalted butter (melted), 400 g (14 oz) cream cheese (softened), 100 g (1/2 cup) sugar, 2 large eggs, 60 ml (1/4 cup) black sesame paste, 1 tsp vanilla extract, pinch of salt
Instructions
- Matcha-Miso Brownies:
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 20x20 cm (8-inch) baking pan with parchment paper. Melt butter and chocolate together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Whisk in sugar, then eggs one at a time, and vanilla. Sift in flour, matcha powder, and salt. Stir until just combined. Gently fold in miso paste until streaks remain for a marbled effect. Pour batter into pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until set but still fudgy. Cool completely before slicing.
- Chai Tiramisu:
- Beat mascarpone, cream, sugar, and vanilla until thick and smooth. Quickly dip ladyfingers into cooled chai tea and layer in serving cups. Spread mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers. Dust with cinnamon, cardamom, and cocoa powder. Chill in fridge at least 2 hours before serving.
- Black Sesame Cheesecake Bars:
- Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into a lined 20x20 cm (8-inch) pan. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then black sesame paste, vanilla, and salt. Pour over crust and smooth the top. Bake at 160°C (325°F) for 25 to 30 minutes, until set. Cool, then chill at least 2 hours before slicing.
Pin These desserts are always a hit when my family gathers—they love guessing all the unique flavors and appreciating the fusion of culinary traditions from our travels.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer, 20x20 cm baking pan, saucepan, heatproof bowl, sifter, spatula, and serving cups or glasses are recommended to get the best results.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains gluten, dairy, eggs, soy (miso), and sesame, so be sure to check labels on miso and cookies to avoid unexpected allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each serving averages about 320 calories, 19 g fat, 32 g carbohydrates, and 6 g protein.
Pin Experiment with other flavors from your pantry and enjoy a creative dessert experience that spans cultures. Each bite is a journey!