# What You Need:
→ Matcha-Miso Brownies
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1 cup bittersweet chocolate, chopped
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
07 - 1 tablespoon matcha powder
08 - 1 tablespoon white miso paste
09 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Chai Tiramisu (mini cups, optional)
10 - 1 cup mascarpone cheese
11 - 2/3 cup heavy cream
12 - 1/4 cup sugar
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 100 milliliters strong chai tea, cooled
15 - 12 ladyfinger biscuits
16 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
17 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
18 - Cocoa powder, for dusting
→ Black Sesame Cheesecake Bars
19 - 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
20 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
21 - 14 ounces cream cheese, softened
22 - 1/2 cup sugar
23 - 2 large eggs
24 - 1/4 cup black sesame paste
25 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
26 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - Combine butter and chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Place over simmering water in a saucepan and stir until fully melted.
03 - Whisk granulated sugar into melted mixture, then blend in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
04 - Sift all-purpose flour, matcha powder, and sea salt into wet mixture. Stir until just incorporated.
05 - Gently fold in white miso paste, leaving visible streaks for a marbled appearance.
06 - Transfer batter to prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until set but fudgy. Cool completely before slicing.
07 - Beat mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract with electric mixer until thick and smooth.
08 - Briefly dip ladyfinger biscuits into cooled chai tea and arrange in serving cups or glasses.
09 - Spoon mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Dust with ground cinnamon, cardamom, and cocoa powder.
10 - Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
11 - Combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press evenly into a parchment-lined 8-inch square pan.
12 - Whip cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add eggs individually, then mix in black sesame paste, vanilla, and pinch of salt.
13 - Pour batter over crust and smooth surface. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25 to 30 minutes until set. Cool, then chill at least 2 hours before slicing.
