Cocoa Tahini Swirl Blondies

Step 1

Heat the oven to 350 F and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment.

Step 2

Whisk the melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until glossy and smooth.

Step 3

Fold in the flour, baking powder, and kosher salt just until the batter comes together.

Step 4

Stir the tahini, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and water into a loose paste, adding another teaspoon of water only if needed.

Step 5

Spread the blondie batter in the pan, dollop the cocoa tahini over the top, and swirl it with a knife.

Step 6

Sprinkle lightly with flaky salt and bake until the edges are set and the center still looks a little soft.

Step 7

Cool completely before slicing so the centers turn chewy instead of cakey.