Black Sesame Cream Top Latte

Ingredients

• 6 g black sesame powder (for the cream top)
• 6 g hot water (for the cream top)
• 12 g vanilla syrup (for the cream top; adjust to taste)
• 50 g heavy cream (for the cream top)
• 2.5 g black sesame powder (about 1 tsp; for the latte base)
• 2.5 g hot water (for the latte base)
• vanilla syrup (to taste; for the latte base)
• ice (as needed)
• 125 g milk (range of 100-150g)
• 1 shot espresso (freshly brewed)
• mini glutinous rice balls (optional garnish for dipping)

Steps

1. 1

   In a small mixing vessel, combine 6g black sesame powder, 6g hot water, and approximately 12g vanilla syrup.

2. 2

   Mix the sesame paste until smooth, then add 50g of heavy cream. Use a milk frother or whisk to blend until the mixture is thickened into a pourable cream top.

3. 3

   In your serving glass, combine 2.5g (1 tsp) black sesame powder and 2.5g hot water. Add vanilla syrup to taste and stir to create a concentrated sesame base.

4. 4

   Fill the glass with ice.

5. 5

   Pour in 100-150g of milk over the ice.

6. 6

   Add a freshly brewed shot of espresso to the glass.

7. 7

   Gently pour the prepared black sesame cream over the top of the drink.

8. 8

   Optional: Garnish with boiled mini glutinous rice balls for dipping into the cream.

Notes

The author notes that their homemade vanilla syrup is less sweet than commercial brands, so adjust the syrup quantities to your preference. You can also adjust the amount of cream used depending on how much caffeine you've already had or how rich you want the drink to be.

Nutrition per serving

• drink
• coffee
• latte
• espresso
• black sesame
• iced drink
• home cafe
• vegetarian