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    MISO CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE BARS

    Published: Jul 16, 2017 · Modified: Sep 5, 2022 by Sophie · 28 Comments

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    SALTED MISO CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE BARS

    Things have started to balance out at home. Shai has gotten over his initial wild-manic-kitten phase and is becoming more chill every day. This means I don't have to watch him 24/7 to make sure he doesn't get into trouble, which is truly a blessing. Speaking of change, Adam started a new job last week, which has forced me to go back to a regular schedule after spending nearly four months kind of winging it here and there. I've never been a schedule or routine kind of gal, but instilling one for my work habits will definitely help me break up the work/life balance a bit better and help me get to posting a little more regularly (I have so many ideas I can't wait to share!)

    This weekend we're meal prepping for Adam's work lunches (big batch cooking of quinoa, beans, and pickling of summer veggies going on). For a sweet lunch treat, I whipped up a couple of batches of these chocolate chip cookie bars (at least one batch has already disappeared) and have popped them in the freezer for him to grab on his way out the door, or for me to have during one of my scheduled coffee breaks (okay, maybe not scheduled).

    Nevertheless these have all the ooey-gooey chewiness of a typical chocolate chip cookie but are made with healthier gluten-free flours (no weird gums in sight), lower glycemic sugar, and a nice bit of miso for some salty umami. Next on the agenda is baking these bars as cookies and stocking the freezer with some salted miso chocolate chip ice cream sandwiches with this cashew ice cream.

    Happy weekend and GoT watching, friends!

    WEEKEND LINKS + LOVES

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    SALTED MISO CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE BARSSALTED MISO CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE BARS

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    SALTED MISO CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE BARS
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    4.73 from 11 votes

    SALTED MISO CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIE BARS

    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time35 minutes mins
    Total Time45 minutes mins
    Servings: 16
    Author: Sophie MacKenzie

    Equipment

    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • 20 cm (8 inch) square pan
    • 2 mixing bowls
    • Whisk

    Ingredients

    • ½ Cup Baking Oil of Choice coconut, olive, avocado
    • 1 tablespoon Ground Chia Seed
    • 3 tablespoons Milk or Almond Milk
    • ¾ Cup Coconut Sugar
    • 1 ½ tablespoons White Miso
    • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
    • 2 Cups Almond Flour
    • ½ Cup Brown Rice Flour or Millet Flour
    • 1 tablespoon Arrowroot Powder or Cornstarch not necessary, but helps bind
    • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
    • ¾ Cup Chocolate Chunks
    • Flakey Sea Salt like Maldon Salt

    Instructions

    • In a bowl add the miso and milk and whisk to make a paste. Next add the oil, chia, coconut sugar and vanilla, mixing to combine.
    • In another bowl stir together the flours, arrowroot, baking powder and soda.
    • Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until combined. You can even use your hands if necessary as the dough is rather stiff (being gluten-free there is no concern of over mixing). Finally, stir in the chocolate chunks.
    • Line a 20 cm (8 inch) square pan with parchment paper and spread out the cookie dough. Top with a sprinkle of salt and bake in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are puffed and golden and the middle feels set. Let cool completely before slicing.

    miso chocolate chip bars 5xoxo Sophie

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    1. maddie says

      January 18, 2022 at 3:09 pm

      These are sooo good!! This is my favorite way to use extra miso 🙂

      Reply
    2. Chanel says

      May 09, 2020 at 12:35 pm

      Could I subsititute a red miso for the white?

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        May 09, 2020 at 1:45 pm

        the flavour might be a little more intense, but it should work 🙂

        Reply
    3. Robin says

      April 13, 2020 at 7:01 am

      I don’t have rice flour. What about just a gluten free flour mix? I have buckwheat flour also- that tends to be more cakey result. Maybe that works as a counter balance to the almond flour? Thoughts?

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        April 13, 2020 at 9:35 am

        Hey Robin,
        the gluten-free mix should work just fine. While I love buckwheat, I think it might be a little strong in flavour here 🙂

        Reply
    4. Joyce says

      March 17, 2020 at 5:36 pm

      Hi, this recipe looks great! Can I use normal rice flour instead of brown rice flour? x

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        March 18, 2020 at 1:32 pm

        Hi Joyce, I think white flour should work just fine 🙂

        Reply
    5. Maya | Spice + Sprout says

      July 27, 2017 at 1:35 am

      Sophie! These are so dreamy! Salted chocolate is probably my favourite thing ever so these are right up my alley. Definitely checking out those photography youtube channels, I love learning more about different techniques and general tips. 🙂 I can't wait to meet you soon, looking forward to it! xo

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 31, 2017 at 12:37 am

        Awe, thank you so much, Maya!!! Message me soon and I'll feed you all the chocolate 🙂 <3

        Reply
    6. Ruby & Cake says

      July 24, 2017 at 5:24 am

      I need to get better at scheduling my life I am hopeless at meal prepping. These would be wonderful to take to work for that 3:30 sugar craving I get hit with every day. Pinning for later!

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 24, 2017 at 8:10 pm

        The scheduling thing is so hard to get down - I'm constantly having to write and re-write notes and list to myself, but we'll get there eventually, Ruby 🙂 And yes, these are the perfect thing to munch on during those mid-day cravings. I've been eating them straight out of the freezer with a cup of tea. #noshame <3

        Reply
    7. Sophia says

      July 23, 2017 at 1:20 pm

      Is there anything that I could substitute the almond flour with? I'm allergic to almonds

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 24, 2017 at 8:18 pm

        Hey Sophia! Sorry to hear about your allergy. If you don't mind gluten, I'd try to make a batch with a wholegrain flour (like spelt). I haven't tried it, but I'd start by using about 1 and 3/4 cup flour to 2 cups (and skipping the rice flour). And maybe check on them a bit earlier than suggested.

        Otherwise, I've heard of people having great success with using ground sunflower seeds. Here is a DIY -
        http://realeverything.com/nut-free-almond-flour-replacement/

        all the best <3

        Reply
    8. Jessie Snyder says

      July 20, 2017 at 8:39 pm

      Food prepping is the best! Especially dessert food. Loving the look of these bars, Sophie. I need to give this one a whirl soon. Happy "scheduling" - it never works for me either ;). xoxo

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 24, 2017 at 8:24 pm

        Thanks a million, Jessie!! Lol, the scheduling isn't going as well as planned. I really need to schedule some time for scheduling 😉 All the best to you friend <3

        Reply
    9. Laurel says

      July 19, 2017 at 4:54 pm

      You had me at miso, Sophie! LOVE that it adds such a lovely umami note that is balanced out perfectly by the sweetness of the bars!

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 24, 2017 at 8:18 pm

        Awe, yay! I'm so happy to hear this Laurel <3

        Reply
    10. IRENE FINDLEY says

      July 18, 2017 at 1:31 am

      Looks fantastic. What chocolate chunks did you use.? Can I break up a bar of baking chocolate?

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 18, 2017 at 7:22 pm

        Thanks, Irene! I used the brand called 'Enjoy Life' just becuase I find them to be the perfect about of sweetness/ nice size, but yes a chopped chocolate bar or bakers chocolate would totally work. Enjoy!

        Reply
    11. Heidi | The Simple Green says

      July 17, 2017 at 8:44 pm

      Ps- could my above comment have any more phone typos? Seriously...lol

      Reply
    12. Heidi | The Simple Green says

      July 17, 2017 at 8:41 pm

      Cookie bites sound amazing, Sophie; especially with all the yummy sweet/salt. Thumbs up for no wired gums lol.
      And isn't Peter MacKinnom the best? He's such a dynamic YouTube/photog and I've been loving his stuff.
      Xx

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 18, 2017 at 7:20 pm

        Oh my goodness, he makes it look so easy. A little bit is 'can you just come here and teach me everything!!!' So happy you like the bars, Heidi! I hope your island summer is going fabulously.

        Reply
    13. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

      July 17, 2017 at 6:18 pm

      Oh wow these look delicious- I need to get miso back in my pantry! Pinning 🙂

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 18, 2017 at 7:18 pm

        Yay! Yes, you need that miso. I hope you enjoy these bars, Medha.

        Reply
      • Lara says

        August 26, 2020 at 5:50 am

        Ik don't have miso in my contry, what can i use plz?

        Reply
        • Sophie says

          August 28, 2020 at 5:09 pm

          Just add a little salt 🙂

          Reply
    14. Valentina | The Blue Bride says

      July 16, 2017 at 9:47 pm

      Wow, so many interesting links and these cookie bars...Oh. My. God. <3

      Reply
      • Sophie says

        July 18, 2017 at 7:18 pm

        Your comment is the sweetest, Valentina! I'm so happy you enjoyed the links! And seriously, these bars are yummy! (already ate one today 😉 )

        Reply

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