Black Sesame Espresso with Sweet Red Bean
A tasty fusion drink with nutty black sesame and sweet red bean over rich espresso
April 27, 2025
Love unique coffee drinks? This Black Sesame Espresso with Sweet Red Bean combines creamy black sesame paste with rich espresso and sweet red bean paste for a drink that's both familiar and exciting. It's like your favorite coffee shop went on a trip to Japan!
This drink is super simple to make at home. Just blend smooth black sesame paste with your favorite dark roast espresso, then top it with homemade sweet red bean. Perfect for coffee lovers looking to try something different!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to discover your new favorite coffee drink!
- Perfect blend of nutty, sweet, and coffee flavors
- Easy to customize the sweetness level
- Rich in antioxidants from both coffee and black sesame
- Instagram-worthy layers and presentation
Black Sesame Espresso with Sweet Red Bean
A tasty fusion drink with nutty black sesame and sweet red bean over rich espresso
Black Sesame Coffee, Japanese Coffee, Red Bean Drink, Fusion Coffee, Asian Coffee, Espresso Drink
Equipment
- Espresso machine
- Tall glass
- Small whisk
- Measuring spoons
- Long spoon for serving
Ingredients
- 2 shots espresso (2 oz)
- 2 tablespoons black sesame paste
- 3 tablespoons sweet red bean paste (anko)
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- Ice cubes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Mix black sesame paste with hot water until smooth
- Pull two shots of espresso
- In a tall glass, layer black sesame mixture first
- Slowly pour the hot espresso over the black sesame layer
- Top with sweet red bean paste
- Garnish with black sesame seeds
- Serve immediately with a long spoon for mixing
Pro Tips
- Use fresh-ground black sesame seeds for the best flavor
- Make the red bean paste ahead and store it in the fridge
- Adjust the sweetness of the red bean paste to complement your espresso's intensity
- Serve immediately while the layers are distinct
Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 250mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 18g, Calcium: 160mg, Iron: 3mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
