Description
Miso Peanut Butter Cookies with Chocolate and Sesame Seeds combine the nutty richness of peanut butter, subtle umami from white miso, melty dark chocolate chunks, and crunchy toasted sesame seeds. These soft, chewy cookies deliver an exciting fusion of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for a unique snack or gourmet treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients. Pre-toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat to prevent burning. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter, white miso paste, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just enough to create a soft dough without overworking it.
- Add Chocolate and Sesame: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chunks and toasted sesame seeds until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough balls about 1.5 tablespoons each onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with your hand or the back of a spoon. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set properly while maintaining a soft, chewy center.
Notes
- Measure flour using the spoon and level method to avoid dense cookies.
- Toast sesame seeds gently and watch closely to prevent burning.
- Do not overmix the dough; fold ingredients until just combined for tender cookies.
- Use quality white or yellow miso paste for a mild and creamy umami flavor.
- If dough is too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before shaping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: miso, peanut butter, cookies, chocolate chunks, sesame seeds, savory sweet, gluten-free option, unique cookies, easy baking
