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    Black Sesame Milk

    Posted: Aug 4, 2022 Last Modified: Dec 29, 2023 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    A milk alternative, this Black Sesame Milk is an easy delicious drink. This dairy-free milk is nutty and sweet on top of being vegan-friendly.

    Black sesame milk at the store is hard to come by. Previously, I could just swing over to a T&T in less than 15 minutes, but now it’s a 2 hour one way drive, so I’ve had to make do and make my own.

    Close up of a glass of black sesame milk.


     

    It’s luckily not too difficult to make. The process is the same as making almond milk. You just have to soak the sesame seeds and then blend them up. Add as much or little sweetener as you want.

    What You’ll Need to Make Sesame Milk

    Ingredients needed to make black sesame milk.
    • black sesame seeds — make sure they’re fresh and not stale.
    • salt — just a pinch to help bring out the flavours.
    • vanilla — I always recommend real vanilla extract over artificial for the best flavor.
    • maple syrup — you can use honey if you don’t need it to be vegan.
    • filtered water

    How to Make Homemade Black Sesame Milk

    Black sesame seeds soaking in a bowl of warm water.
    Sesame milk blended in a Vitamix.
    • Soak the sesame seeds in warm water for 20 to 30 minutes. Be sure there’s enough water to cover the seeds.
    • Rinse and drain, using a fine-mesh sieve.
    • Transfer to the blender with a pinch of salt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and 4 cups of cold filtered water.
    • Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes.
    • Taste and add more maple syrup if desired.
    • Strain through a fine-mesh sieve or a nut milk bag or a cheesecloth. Squeeze out as much liquid as you can.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge if not enjoyed immediately.
    Sesame milk in a blender.
    Straining the milk from the sesame pulp with a fine mesh strainer.
    Overhead view of a weck jar of black sesame milk.

    Recipe Notes

    • You can adjust the amount of water added to the blender. It really depends on how thick or thin you’d like to make your milk.
    • Add as much maple syrup to this as you like. I usually like mine sweeter than how H like his.
    • You can also soak a date and add it to the blender as well for additional sweetness.
    A glass of black sesame milk.
    A glass of black sesame milk.

    Black Sesame Milk

    A milk alternative, this Black Sesame Milk is an easy delicious drink. This dairy-free milk is nutty and sweet on top of being vegan-friendly.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time: 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 2 minutes mins
    Total Time: 32 minutes mins
    Servings: 4 cups

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup black sesame seeds
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    • 2 tbsp maple syrup
    • 4 cups filtered water

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Instructions

    • Soak the sesame seeds in warm water for 20 to 30 minutes. Be sure there’s enough water to cover the seeds.
    • Rinse and drain, using a fine-mesh sieve.
    • Transfer to the blender with a pinch of salt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and 4 cups of cold filtered water.
    • Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes. Taste and add more maple syrup if desired.
    • Strain through a fine-mesh sieve or a nut milk bag or a cheesecloth. Squeeze out as much liquid as you can.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge if not enjoyed immediately.
    Tried this recipe?Did you make this recipe? I’m always so happy to hear about it! I’d love to see how it turned out. Tag me at @CarmysHungry on Instagram so I can see it! If you enjoyed the recipe, I’d really appreciate a comment with a 5 star rating! ♥
    Author: Carmy
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Asian
    Nutrition Disclaimer

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    Comments

    1. Marian says

      December 29, 2023 at 4:35 am

      I’ve used a food processor, and the sesame seeds haven’t all crushed up smoothly. What can I do to fix?

      Reply
      • Carmy says

        December 29, 2023 at 4:35 pm

        Hi Marian! Did you strain through a fine-mesh sieve or a nut milk bag or a cheesecloth? It’s fine if the sesame seeds are fully crushed.

        Reply
    2. Megan says

      January 15, 2024 at 10:54 pm

      Can I substitute black sesame paste?

      Reply
      • Carmy says

        January 16, 2024 at 8:10 am

        Unfortunately, I have not tried this with black sesame paste.

        Reply
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