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Black Sesame Delight

Indulge in this creamy and nutty black sesame dessert.

4servings
30 min
Moderate
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Black Sesame Delight

About this recipe

This modern take on a classic dessert combines the rich nuttiness of black sesame seeds with creamy chocolate layers to create a delightfully indulgent experience. Perfect for a dinner party or a special treat, this dessert is sure to impress with its unique flavor profile and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup black sesame seeds
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon gelatin
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1/4 cup hot water
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

Directions

  1. 1

    Toast black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, then cool.

  2. 2

    Grind toasted sesame seeds in a food processor to a fine powder.

  3. 3

    In a saucepan, combine sugar and water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in ground sesame seeds and let cool.

  5. 5

    Whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

  6. 6

    Bloom gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes, then dissolve in hot water.

  7. 7

    Mix cocoa powder, milk, and dark chocolate chips in a bowl, microwave until melted.

  8. 8

    Combine gelatin, chocolate mixture, and whipped cream, folding gently.

  9. 9

    Pour into serving dishes, chill for 4 hours or until set.

  10. 10

    Serve chilled.

Chef's tip

Black sesame seeds add a distinctive nutty flavor and color. Ensure to grind them finely for the best texture.

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