This creamy Japanese black sesame pudding is a creamy dessert that combines the nuttiness of black sesame seeds with the sweetness of sugar and milk. The velvety texture and rich flavor of this pudding make it a perfect after-dinner treat or a special indulgence. Follow our easy-to-follow recipe guide to make this delicious dessert from scratch and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.
Toast the sesame seeds in a small pan over medium heat. Make sure to watch closely as they can burn easily. Seeds are toasted when they release a nutty aroma.
1/2 cup black sesame seeds
Grind the sesame seeds in a blender or food processor. Make sure not to over-process or it can become butter-like.
Prepare Base
Put cold water in small bowl and sprinkle gelatin over the water to soften. Set aside.
1 1/2 T cold water, 1 packet gelatin
Cook
In a medium sized saucepan, add the ground sesame seeds, milk, and sugar.
2 1/2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Place over medium heat and stir constantly until it comes to a simmer.
Add in the softened gelatin and stir to combine.
Remove pan from heat and stir in the cream.
1/2 cup whipping cream
Set Pudding
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and place in an ice bath. Let sit for a few minutes to cool.
Once the mixture is cooled, whip for 5 minutes to lighten.
Pour into containers and refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm.
Notes
Optional: top with whipped cream. Adapted from: La Fuji Mama