Miso Butter Cookies
Miso butter cookies blend the rich creaminess of butter with the savory umami of miso paste, enhanced by toasted white and black sesame seeds for a nutty crunch and striking visual contrast. These cookies offer a unique sweet-savory flavor that’s easy to make and perfect for adventurous bakers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies
- Category: Cookies, Snacks, Dessert
- Method: Baking, Toasting seeds
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired, Fusion, Savory baking
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), room temperature
½ cup sugar
2 tablespoons miso paste (mild white miso recommended)
1 large egg (about 50 g), room temperature
1⅔ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 tablespoons toasted white sesame seeds
3 tablespoons toasted black sesame seeds
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cream butter, sugar, and miso paste until smooth and fluffy.
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Beat in egg until combined.
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Whisk flour and baking powder; gradually add to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in toasted sesame seeds evenly.
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Roll dough into 1-inch balls; place 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
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Flatten slightly with a glass or palm.
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Bake 12-15 minutes until edges lightly golden.
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Cool on baking sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Toast sesame seeds in dry pan until fragrant.
Chill dough before baking to prevent spreading.
Adjust miso amount for saltiness based on type used.
Substitute or add nuts/seeds or vanilla extract for variations.
Find it online: https://justsosavory.com/miso-butter-cookies/
