Save A creative collection of globally inspired desserts blending flavors and techniques from around the world: from matcha-miso brownies to chai tiramisu and black sesame cheesecake bars, this fusion set will bring bold tastes and textures to your table.
I first made these dessert mash-ups for an international food night and everyone loved sampling a bit of everything—the matcha-miso brownies disappeared first, and the black sesame cheesecake bars sparked lots of fun conversation.
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 20–25 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 25–30 minutes, until set. Cool, then chill at least 2 hours before slicing.
Save The first time my family tried these global-inspired desserts together, we ended up swapping pieces and voting for favorites—everyone found a flavor combination they loved!
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer, 20x20 cm (8-inch) baking pan, saucepan and heatproof bowl, sifter, spatula, serving cups or glasses
Allergen Information
Contains gluten, dairy, eggs, soy (miso), and sesame. Always check your miso and cookie ingredients for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each serving averages 320 calories, 19 g total fat, 32 g carbohydrates, and 6 g protein.
Save Try mixing pieces of each dessert on a single plate for a fusion tasting experience that will surprise and delight any crowd.
Recipe Guide
- → How do I achieve marbling in matcha-miso brownies?
Gently fold the miso paste into the brownie batter at the end, leaving visible streaks for a marbled effect before baking.
- → Can I substitute ingredients in these desserts?
Yes! Try tahini instead of miso for brownies, peanut butter for sesame paste, or espresso in place of chai for tiramisu cups.
- → What is the best way to layer chai tiramisu cups?
Quickly dip ladyfingers in cooled chai, layer in serving cups, and cover with mascarpone cream. Dust spices on top for extra flavor.
- → Do black sesame cheesecake bars need chilling?
After baking, cool bars fully and chill at least two hours for a firm, silky texture before slicing and serving.
- → How to pair these fusion desserts with drinks?
Serve with dessert wine or green tea to complement the global flavors and enhance each dessert's unique taste profile.
- → Are these desserts vegetarian?
All featured desserts are vegetarian, but do check packaged ingredients for potential animal-based additives or allergens.