Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
1 cup

tahini

0.75 cup

Greek yogurt

0.5 cup

white sugar

1 unit

egg

2 tbsp

milk

1 cup

unsalted butter

melted

1.25 cup

white sugar

3 unit

eggs

1.25 cup

all-purpose flour

0.75 cup

unsweetened cocoa powder

0.5 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.5 tsp

baking powder

0.25 tsp

salt

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~3 min

Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 3
~3 min

In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup tahini, 3/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup white sugar, 1 egg, and 2 tablespoons milk.

Step 4
~3 min

Mix the tahini topping ingredients until smooth.

Step 5
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup melted unsalted butter and 1 1/4 cups white sugar.

Step 6
~3 min

Mix the butter and sugar until well combined.

Step 7
~3 min

Whisk in 3 eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 8
~3 min

In another bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Step 9
~3 min

Gently mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until the batter is thick and smooth.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove 1 cup of the brownie batter and set aside.

Step 11
~3 min

Spread the remaining batter into the prepared baking pan.

Step 12
~3 min

Pour the tahini mixture on top of the brownie batter.

Step 13
~3 min

Spread the tahini mixture all the way to the edges of the pan.

Step 14
~3 min

Drop small teaspoonfuls of the reserved brownie batter evenly over the tahini mixture.

Step 15
~3 min

Gently swirl a knife through the tahini layer to create a marbled effect.

Step 16
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven until a skewer inserted in the center comes out almost clean, about 35 to 40 minutes.

Step 17
~3 min

Remove the brownies from the oven and cool completely before slicing into squares.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overbake for a fudgy texture.

Let cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.

Add chocolate chips for extra chocolate flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East (Inspired)

Cultural Significance

Tahini is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Ramadan

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100