Description
The Iced Black Sesame Latte is a rich, nutty, and visually striking drink with deep toasty flavors from roasted black sesame seeds. Paired with your milk of choice and lightly sweetened, it’s a unique, refreshing alternative to classic iced lattes—caffeine-free if made without coffee. Keywords: black sesame latte, iced sesame drink, Asian-inspired latte, dairy-free latte
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons black sesame paste (or ground roasted black sesame seeds)
- 1–2 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, like oat or almond)
- Ice cubes
- Optional: 1 shot espresso or 1/2 cup cold brew (if making a coffee version)
Instructions
- In a glass or small bowl, combine black sesame paste with hot water and sweetener. Stir or whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Fill a serving glass with ice.
- Pour milk over the ice.
- Gently pour in the sesame mixture. Stir to combine.
- Add espresso or cold brew if making a caffeinated version.
- Optionally, top with a sprinkle of ground sesame or foam.
Notes
- Toast raw black sesame seeds and blend them into a paste for a homemade version.
- Adjust sweetness depending on whether your sesame paste is pre-sweetened.
- Best enjoyed fresh; stir before drinking as sesame can settle.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~160
- Sugar: ~8g
- Sodium: ~60mg
- Fat: ~10g
- Saturated Fat: ~1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~13g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~4g
