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Black Sesame Latte

Black Sesame Latte Recipe

Transform your morning coffee routine with this indulgent Black Sesame Latte, combining the nutty depth of toasted black sesame with rich espresso and creamy milk. This café-quality beverage brings together Asian-inspired flavors with classic coffee craftsmanship.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 large latte

Ingredients
  

For the Black Sesame Paste (makes extra for future use):

  • 250 g black sesame seeds
  • 2-3 tablespoons honey or to taste
  • 1-2 teaspoons sesame oil optional, for consistency

For One Latte:

  • 1 tablespoon black sesame paste
  • 2 teaspoons condensed milk
  • 100 ml milk of choice
  • 2 shots espresso 60ml
  • 100 ml whipping cream optional
  • Black sesame seeds for garnish optional

Instructions
 

  • Start by toasting your black sesame seeds. Put them in a dry non-stick pan over low heat. Keep stirring them around - you'll know they're ready when you hear little popping sounds and smell that toasty sesame aroma. This usually takes about 3-5 minutes. Take them off the heat and let them cool completely.
  • Once the seeds are cool, grind them in your food processor. Keep going until they're really fine and starting to look a bit like wet sand. Now slowly add honey while the processor is running. You want a smooth paste that's not too thick and not too runny. Put any extra paste in an airtight container for next time.
  • Now take a tablespoon of your sesame paste and mix it with two teaspoons of condensed milk until it's smooth. If you're using whipping cream, gently fold it in now. This makes your drink extra creamy, but it's totally fine to skip it.
  • Time to make your coffee! Brew two shots of espresso while you get your milk ready. If you want your latte cold, keep the milk cold. For a hot version, warm up your milk.
  • For an iced latte, fill your glass with ice cubes first. Pour in your cold milk, then add your freshly brewed espresso. Spoon your sesame mixture on top - it'll create beautiful grey swirls as it mixes in. Sprinkle some whole black sesame seeds on top if you want it to look extra pretty.
  • Give everything a good stir before you drink it so all the flavors mix together perfectly. That's it - you've just made your own black sesame latte.
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