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Fudgy Matcha Brownies

Dense, fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with a vibrant, creamy matcha and white chocolate layer for an unforgettable dessert.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 brownies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Fusion, Japanese Influence
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Fudgy Brownie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (225g)
  • 8 oz dark chocolate chopped, 60-70% cocoa (225g)
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar (300g)
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar packed (100g)
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed (50g)
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
Matcha White Chocolate Swirl
  • 4 oz white chocolate chopped (115g)
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened, full-fat (115g)
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar (40g)
  • 2-3 tbsp ceremonial-grade matcha powder
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Double Boiler or Heatproof Bowl
  • Whisk and Spatula
  • Hand mixer (optional for matcha layer)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
  2. Melt butter and dark chocolate in a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
  3. Whisk both sugars into the cooled chocolate mixture. Add eggs one at a time, whisking vigorously after each. Stir in vanilla.
  4. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. For the matcha swirl, melt white chocolate. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in egg yolk, sugar, and flour. Mix in melted white chocolate, then sift in matcha powder and mix until vibrant and smooth.
  6. Spread 2/3 of the chocolate batter into the prepared pan. Dollop all the matcha batter on top. Dollop remaining chocolate batter over the matcha.
  7. Use a knife to gently swirl the batters together, creating a marbled effect.
  8. Bake for 35-45 minutes, until edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. A toothpick should have moist crumbs.
  9. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. For best results, refrigerate for 2+ hours before slicing for clean, fudgy bars.

Notes

For the fudgiest texture, do not overbake and ensure you chill the brownies before slicing. Using high-quality ceremonial-grade matcha is essential for color and flavor.