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    Home » Recipes » Desserts

    Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies

    April 11, 2022 · Published: June 1, 2020 By: Asian Caucasian 4 Comments

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    stack of chocolate chip cookies on a white plate

    Have you ever used miso paste in a cookie? Me either, until now! So, here you go -- Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies! Sweet, chocolatey, chewy, and delicious!

    a stack of miso chocolate chip cookies on a white plate

    When you think of miso, you may think of savory Asian dishes like soups, salad dressings, and marinades. But, it’s really great when used in sweet treats!

    Much like salted caramel or when sea salt is sprinkled on top of chocolate chip cookies, miso adds a bold and salty component to round out the sweeter profiles and add complexity.

    miso chocolate chip cookies on a white plate with cookies on a cooling rack behinds

    You won’t really taste the miso in these Chocolate Chip Cookies. Miso does add a wonderful rich umami profile to the cookies. So yummy!

    container of organic white miso

    What is miso paste?

    Miso is a fermented paste that adds a salty umami flavor to many Japanese dishes. The paste is typically a cultured mixture of soybeans, a grain (like rice or barley), salt, and koji (a mold).

    Different types of miso can often be used interchangeably in recipes but with varying results. Generally, the darker the color, the stronger the taste. Light-colored miso is better for light dressings and sweets, while dark miso is best for long braises and stews.

    Because miso is a fermented food, it's a natural source of healthy probiotics (also known as "good bacteria") and is beneficial for digestion.

    WHERE TO BUY MISO: You can find miso paste at most grocery stores in the Asian section, or here on Amazon. Organic is always best.

    raw chocolate chip cookies on a silicone mat ready for the oven

    When ready to bake the Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies, place them on a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat or parchment paper, spacing them out about 2 inches.

    How do you make these awesome cookies?

    1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
    2. In a stand mixer, beat the butter, miso paste, and sugars until smooth.
    3. Working in batches, slowly add in the dry ingredients, mixing until fully combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
    4. Divide the cookie batter into 3 equal amounts. Roll each dough into a log shape and wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or overnight.
    5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 
    6. Unwrap the logs and place on a cutting board. Cut the cookie dough logs into ½-inch slices and place on a baking tray lined with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Space the cookies at least 2 inches apart.
    7. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown. Let cool on a cooling rack.
    miso chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack with a black spatula on the side

    Make sure you allow the baking sheet to cool in between batches and let the cookies rest on a cooling rack. Look how beautiful and golden brown these Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies look!

    close-up of chocolate chip cookies in a pile

    These Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies are the PERFECT blend of salty and sweet! Believe me, you cannot eat just one!

    a stack of chocolate chip cookies on a white plate with a glass of milk on the side

    Recipe notes

    • It's best to refrigerate the cookie dough overnight, but at least 3 hours before baking.
    • If you put room temperature dough into the oven the cookies will spread before they have time to set up. What you’ll be left with are very thin and fragile cookies. Allowing it to chill produces a firmer and drier dough which creates a nicer texture and better consistency.
    • Cooling the cookies also makes them so much easier to slice!
    • Make sure you allow the baking sheet to cool in between batches and place the baked cookies on a cooling rack. 

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    miso chocolate chip cookies on a white plate with cookies on a cooling rack behinds

    Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies

    ★★★★★

    5 from 2 reviews

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    These easy, homemade Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies are SO chewy, chocolatey and delicious! The miso adds the perfect blend of salty and sweet!

    • Total Time: 32 min
    • Yield: 36 cookies 1x

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 3 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
    • ¼ cup white miso paste
    • 1 cup brown sugar (dark or light)
    • 1 cup white sugar
    • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
    • ¾ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 cup chocolate chips

    Instructions

    1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
    2. In a stand mixer, beat the butter, miso paste, and sugars until smooth.
    3. Working in batches, slowly add in the dry ingredients, mixing until fully combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.
    4. Divide the cookie batter into 3 equal amounts. Roll each dough into a log shape and wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or overnight.
    5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 
    6. Unwrap the logs and place on a cutting board. Cut the cookie dough logs into ½-inch slices and place on a baking tray lined with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper. Space the cookies at least 2 inches apart.
    7. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown. Let cool on a cooling rack.

    Notes

    • It's best to refrigerate the cookie dough overnight, but at least 3 hours before baking.
    • If you put room temperature dough into the oven the cookies will spread before they have time to set up. What you’ll be left with are very thin and fragile cookies. Allowing it to chill produces a firmer and drier dough which creates a nicer texture and better consistency.
    • Cooling the cookies also makes them so much easier to slice!
    • Make sure you allow the baking sheet to cool in between batches and place the baked cookies on a cooling rack. 
    • Author: Asian Caucasian
    • Prep Time: 20 min
    • Cook Time: 12 min
    • Category: Desserts
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 594
    • Sugar: 52.4 g
    • Sodium: 150 mg
    • Fat: 26.5 g
    • Carbohydrates: 85 g
    • Protein: 7.7 g
    • Cholesterol: 85.8 mg

    Keywords: soft chocolate chip cookies, absolute best chocolate chip cookies, crispy chewy chocolate chip cookies, perfect chocolate chip cookies

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    Comments

    1. Kym

      June 01, 2020 at 9:17 am

      I HAVE to try these! These cookies look scrumptious. Yum!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian

        June 01, 2020 at 10:18 am

        Thanks, Kym! I cannot tell you how good these are!

        Reply
    2. Barbara Ann Jones

      June 01, 2020 at 9:09 am

      I have never used miso in sweet treats, but now I’m so intrigued! I am drooling g over these miso cookies!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Asian Caucasian

        June 01, 2020 at 9:11 am

        I think you're going to love these, Barbara! I cannot tell you how delicious these are, and will be making these in rotation the rest of my life!!

        Reply

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