Miso & Sesame Oil Chocolate Lava Cookies are a decadent dessert combining rich, dark chocolate with the nutty-sweet flavors of the roasted sesame seeds. When you bite into the cookie, you will find a gooey, molten center surrounded by a cake-like outer shell, perfect for indulging in a sophisticated twist on classic chocolate lava cakes.
The nutty roasted sesame seeds on the outside of the cookie play a crucial role in balancing the flavors of the miso and dark chocolate center, creating a harmonious taste experience. Olive oil not only contributes to the moist and tender texture of the cookies but also imparts a subtle fruity and peppery note that complements the miso.
What is Miso?
Miso, a traditional Japanese seasoning, is a fermented paste made from soybeans, salt, and koji (a type of mold used in fermentation). This versatile ingredient is a cornerstone of Japanese cooking, bringing a rich, savory flavor known as umami to a wide variety of dishes. Miso is incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes:
- Miso Soup: The most well-known use of miso, this comforting soup combines miso paste with dashi broth, tofu, seaweed, and green onions.
- Marinades and Sauces: Miso adds depth to marinades for meats and fish, and can be used to create flavorful sauces for vegetables and noodles.
- Dressings: Mixed with ingredients like vinegar, sesame oil, and honey, miso makes a delicious salad dressing.
- Baking: Miso can even be used in baking to add a unique umami flavor to cookies, cakes, and frostings.
There are several types of miso, including:
- White Miso (Shiro Miso): Mild and slightly sweet, white miso is fermented for a shorter period and has a lighter color.
- Red Miso (Aka Miso): With a longer fermentation process, red miso has a stronger, more robust flavor and a darker color.
- Mixed Miso (Awase Miso): A blend of white and red miso, offering a balanced flavor profile.
Miso and Sesame Olive Oil Chocolate Lava Cookies
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Description
These miso cookies are rolled in sesame seeds with a dark chocolate lava filling. They’re a fusion of savory miso and nutty sesame, concealing a luscious, molten dark chocolate center.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 10 oz dark baking chocolate
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/3 cup roasted sesame seeds for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Make the chocolate ganache by simmering heavy cream in a pot for 3 minutes. Remove from heat, add dark baking chocolate, and stir until combined. Chill in the fridge to harden.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together olive oil, brown sugar, egg, egg yolk, miso, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Add the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon, and beat again until fully mixed. Chill the dough in the fridge for about 1 hour.
- Flatten 2 tbsp of chilled dough, place 1 tbsp of ganache in the center, and wrap the dough around it, sealing the ganache inside.
- Roll the top of each cookie in roasted sesame seeds on a plate, ensuring they stick without completely covering the cookie.
- Repeat steps 5 & 6 for each cookie and place them on a greased baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until they are set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20
Just wanted to say your blog is looking so good! I love reading the descriptions about the recipes. Thanks Kyrie 🙂
Thanks for sharing, Kiara! Glad you are loving it 🙂
These had a subtle savory note that made the chocolate even richer.
Yum! I’m so glad to hear 🙂