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Black Sesame Latte (Paleo, Vegan, Whole30)

Last Updated on November 15, 2019 by Jean Choi 13 Comments

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This black sesame latte is paleo, vegan, and Whole30-compliant, and it is so delicious and perfect for Halloween! It has the most addicting flavor.

Black Sesame Latte

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I’m a HUGE latte lover. I have several latte recipes on my blog, and a few of my favorites are:

  • matcha latte
  • turmeric latte
  • pink beet latte
  • pumpkin spice latte

Black Sesame Latte Recipe

There’s something so dang delicious about that creaminess of milk with a yummy flavor, and this black sesame latte is a brand new recent discovery that I just can’t get enough of!

Black sesame seeds have been my favorite since very young growing up in a Korean household. My mom would use them in both sweet and savory recipes. There’s something so amazing about sesame seeds’ nutty and addicting flavor, especially when they are toasted, and I love black sesame seeds more because of their color.

Black Sesame Latte

Black Sesame Latte

Blacks Sesame Paste

To make this black sesame latte, you first have to make black sesame paste which is actually really simple and easy. It’s a similar process to making tahini, but it’s slightly sweetened and thick in texture. It’s usually sweetened with honey, but I decided to use medjool dates instead to make it Whole30-friendly.

Because of the medjool dates, the black sesame latte is slightly sweetened, which I think is the perfect amount. However, if you prefer it to be a bit sweeter, just add your preferred sweetener at the end.

Black Sesame Latte

Perfect for Halloween

Because this black sesame latte is such a fun dark color AND it’s caffeine free, it’s perfect to enjoy with kids and on Halloween. You can even call it witch’s brew or monster’s blood drink and have fun with it!

If you aren’t a fan of hot drinks or if you are reading this in the summer, you can even serve it over ice to enjoy it cold. And if you are totally weirded out by this black sesame latte, just try it out! It’s seriously so so creamy and delicious. I promise you won’t regret it!

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Black Sesame Latte (Paleo, Vegan, Whole30)

This black sesame latte is paleo, vegan, and Whole30-compliant, and it is so delicious and perfect for Halloween! It has the most addicting flavor.
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Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 233kcal
Author: Jean Choi

Ingredients

Black Sesame Paste

  • 1/2 cup black sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup pitted medjool dates soaked in warm water until soft, then drained
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil

Black Sesame Latte

  • 1 1/2 cup almond milk or any dairy-free milk or your choice
  • 2 tbsp black sesame paste
  • 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1 scoop grass-fed collagen Use code GREATGRANDMA10 for 10% off
  • Optional: Additional sweetener of your choice Omit for Whole30

Instructions

  • In a large dry pan over medium heat.
  • Add black sesame seeds and toast stirring for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  • Remove from the pan and let them cool completely.
  • In a high powered blender, combine sesame seeds and medjool dates.
  • Blend until ground up and gritty.
  • Add sesame oil, then blend until the mixture becomes a smooth paste.
  • Heat almond milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
  • Combine all ingredients for the latte in a blender and blend until smooth and frothy. You can also use an immersion blender.
  • Taste, and if you want it sweeter, add a sweetener of your choice then blend again.
  • Pour into a mug and enjoy!
  • Store unused black sesame paste in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month.
  • For iced black sesame latte, pour in a glass over ice.
Nutrition Facts
Black Sesame Latte (Paleo, Vegan, Whole30)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 233 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Sodium 498mg22%
Potassium 137mg4%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin C 1.2mg1%
Calcium 492mg49%
Iron 1.3mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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By Jean Choi | October 18, 2018

Comments

  1. Cassidy @ Cassidy's Craveable Creations says

    October 19, 2018 at 8:09 am

    5 stars
    I’ve never heard of a black sesame latte, sounds delicous!!!

    Reply
  2. Tessa Simpson says

    October 22, 2018 at 2:26 pm

    5 stars
    What a fun and festive color…and totally unexpected! An awesome twist!

    Reply
  3. ChihYu says

    October 27, 2018 at 5:54 pm

    5 stars
    Jean! They look absolutely gorgeous and creamy smooth. I love it!

    Reply
  4. Katja says

    October 28, 2018 at 7:15 am

    5 stars
    This is so much up my alley. I LOVE sesame flavor. I NEED this in my life.

    Reply
  5. Alisa says

    October 28, 2018 at 7:18 am

    I can honestly say I’ve never made anything with black sesame seeds. Do they taste the same as blonde sesame seeds or does the pigment affect the flavor too?

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      October 29, 2018 at 1:36 pm

      The taste is the same to me. If you like toasted sesame flavor, you’ll love this!

      Reply
  6. Sarah says

    October 29, 2018 at 7:05 pm

    Honestly I had to check this out because I was curious and have never heard of a black sesame latte! I can’t wait to try it and already have black sesame seeds on my list and sesame oil as I only have toasted sesame oil right now. I plan to sip this Halloween morning, or afternoon in place of my turmeric or matcha latte.

    Reply
  7. Kristina says

    October 31, 2018 at 2:33 pm

    oh wow, I am so completely intrigued, and I cannot wait to try this! I am going to make the sesame paste this afternoon (I know I will love that for more than the latte!), and we just might have these tonight!

    Reply
  8. Joni says

    January 23, 2019 at 8:08 am

    5 stars
    This recipe is so unique!! I have black sesame seeds and usually just use it to garnish a meal. So excited to try this!

    Reply
  9. :D says

    April 15, 2019 at 2:50 pm

    Is it normal to get some sesame sendiment at the bottom of the cup?

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      April 15, 2019 at 9:00 pm

      It might if you didn’t blend enough. Did you use a high-powered blender? If you don’t have one, it might settle a bit at the bottom.

      Reply
  10. Charlie says

    November 24, 2020 at 1:10 am

    5 stars
    We live in Daegu, South Korea and black sesame latte…along with sweet potato latte (both regular and purple) and chestnut latte…are some of our favorite drinks here, especially in winter. I have been looking for a recipe for the black sesame; so, thank you for sharing this. I cannot wait to make it for us this weekend!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      December 2, 2020 at 6:16 am

      I hope you enjoy! And chestnut latte sounds amazing.

      Reply

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