If you’ve never baked with tahini or halva before, these tahini brownies are a great introduction.
Instructions
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Make the batter
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until they're light and fluffy, four to five minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in 1 cup of tahini and the vanilla extract. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour and cocoa powder. Gradually beat the flour mixture into the butter mixture, mixing well. Editor’s Tip: Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to make the mixing process easier. After adding the eggs, scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl occasionally to ensure everything is well incorporated.
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Swirl extra tahini onto the batter
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Spread the brownie batter into a parchment-lined 9-inch square baking pan. Dollop the remaining 3 tablespoons of tahini over the brownie batter, then use a toothpick to swirl the tahini in a decorative pattern as desired.
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Add the halva
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Sprinkle the crumbled halva all over the brownie batter.
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Bake the brownies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 28 minutes. Be careful not to overbake! The brownies in the pan should cool completely at room temperature on a wire rack. Then, cut them into bars and enjoy!
