Black Sesame Pudding

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.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Set Pudding 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings

Calories 162kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1 packet gelatin 0.25 oz
1 1/2 T cold water
1/2 cup black sesame seeds
1/2 cup granulated sugar or a little less, to taste
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup whipping cream

Instructions

Prepare Seeds

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

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