Description
This Japanese Black Sesame Pudding is a smooth, creamy dessert featuring the rich and nutty flavor of black sesame paste. With a delicate balance of sweetness and a velvety texture, it’s an elegant treat that is easy to prepare and perfect for a sophisticated finish to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons black sesame paste
- 1 1/4 cup (300 ml / 10 oz) whole milk
- 1 packet plain gelatin (about 2 1/2 teaspoons)
- 2 Tablespoons white sugar
- 1/3 cup (100 ml / 3 oz) heavy cream
Optional Garnishes
- Sweetened whipped cream (whipped cream with a little confectioner’s sugar added)
- Toasted black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin: Place the gelatin in a small bowl and add one to two tablespoons of cold water, just enough to incorporate the gelatin completely. Stir well and set aside for a few minutes to let it bloom.
- Heat the milk and dissolve sugar & gelatin: Warm the whole milk in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add in the white sugar and stir until fully dissolved. Once the sugar is dissolved, add the bloomed gelatin to the warm milk mixture and whisk thoroughly until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove the pan from heat.
- Combine with black sesame paste: Pour the warm milk mixture into a deep bowl and add the black sesame paste. Whisk vigorously until the paste is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Cool the mixture: Place the bowl carefully into a larger bowl filled with ice water. Continue whisking to cool the pudding mixture quickly and evenly. Once cooled, whisk in the heavy cream until well combined.
- Chill to set: Pour the pudding mixture into small glass bowls or decorative glassware. Refrigerate for at least one hour or until the pudding is fully set and firm.
- Serve with garnish: Just before serving, garnish with sweetened whipped cream and sprinkle toasted black sesame seeds on top for added flavor and texture. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Make sure to whisk the gelatin well to avoid lumps in the pudding.
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of white sugar according to your taste.
- Use fresh black sesame paste for the best flavor and aroma.
- For a vegan version, consider substituting gelatin with agar-agar and using plant-based milk and cream alternatives.
- To toast sesame seeds, heat them in a dry pan over medium heat, stirring frequently until fragrant and slightly browned.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Keywords: Japanese dessert, black sesame pudding, gelatin pudding, creamy dessert, no-cook pudding, black sesame paste recipe
