Homemade Black Sesame Paste 🖤

Rich, nutty, aromatic, and naturally nutritious — this homemade black sesame paste takes just one ingredient and adds incredible flavor to drinks, desserts, sauces, and baked goods. With a little patience, you can create a silky, fragrant paste that’s even better than store-bought.

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Ingredients

• 2 cups (300 g) black sesame seeds
  Keep it plain and add sweetener or salt later depending on how you plan to use it.

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Method

1. Toast the Sesame Seeds
   Add the black sesame seeds to a dry pan. Toast over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring or tossing frequently.
   Because the seeds are already black, be extra careful — they can burn easily even if you can’t see browning.

2. Blend into a Fine Meal
   Transfer the warm seeds directly to a food processor or blender.
   Process until the seeds become a fine powder, scraping down the sides as needed.

3. Continue Blending into a Paste
   Keep blending on low–medium speed until the seeds release their natural oils and transform into a smooth, runny paste.
   This may take 10–20 minutes depending on your appliance.
   Important:

   • If using a blender, a tamper is essential for proper blending.

   • A food processor is usually easier and safer for this recipe.

4. Store
   Transfer the paste into a clean, airtight jar. Store at room temperature for 1 week, or in the fridge for up to 1 month.

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Tips for Best Results

⭐ Toast gently.
Low heat brings out flavor without bitterness. Once fragrant, remove immediately.

⭐ Blend while warm.
Warm sesame seeds release oils faster, giving you a smoother paste.

⭐ Use a strong appliance.
Weak blenders may overheat. A food processor is usually more reliable.

⭐ Adjust flavor later.
Add sweeteners (honey, maple syrup), salt, vanilla, or even a little coconut oil depending on the recipe you’re making.

⭐ Use in endless ways:

• Lattes and matcha

• Ice cream and yogurt bowls

• Pastries, buns, and cookies

• Smoothies

• Sesame sauces for noodles

• Drizzled over fruit

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Drink Ideas

1️⃣ Hot Black Sesame Latte

• Add 2 tbsp black sesame paste into a mug.

• Pour in a splash of hot milk and whisk until smooth.

• Add the remaining milk (steamed or hot).

• Sweeten to taste with maple syrup, sugar, or honey.

• Enjoy warm and creamy.

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2️⃣ Iced Black Sesame Matcha Latte

• In a jar, whisk together:

  • 2 tbsp black sesame paste

  • 2 tbsp boiling water

  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

• Fill the jar with ice.

• Add 150 mL milk of choice.

• Prepare matcha (2 tsp sifted matcha whisked with 70–80°C water) and pour on top.

• Stir and enjoy layered, creamy perfection.