Description
This Cozy Red Bean & Black Sesame Milk Tea offers a delightful blend of nutty toasted black sesame and sweet red beans, combined with creamy milk or a plant-based alternative. Perfect for a refreshing and comforting sip, this easy-to-make drink can be enjoyed warm or chilled for a soothing treat any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Seeds
- 2 tablespoons Toasted Black Sesame Seeds (toast until golden brown)
Liquid
- 2 cups Milk or plant-based alternative (Almond or oat milk recommended)
Beans & Sweetener
- 1 cup Sweetened Red Beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- Sweetener to taste (Honey, agave, or sugar alternative, optional)
Instructions
- Toast Black Sesame Seeds: Preheat a skillet over medium heat and toast the black sesame seeds for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Blend Sesame Seeds and Milk: Transfer the toasted sesame seeds into a blender, add the milk or plant-based alternative, and blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Sweeten the Milk: Taste the blended sesame milk and add sweetener if desired; blend again for 10 to 15 seconds to incorporate the sweetness evenly.
- Prepare the Glass: Spoon the sweetened red beans into a glass, ensuring they are well-drained to avoid excess liquid.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the blended sesame milk over the red beans. Serve immediately for a warm drink or chill as desired.
- Optional Chilling: For a refreshing, chilled version, refrigerate the combined drink for 15 to 30 minutes or serve over ice cubes.
Notes
- Use almond or oat milk for a vegan-friendly alternative.
- Adjust sweetener according to your preference or dietary needs.
- Ensure red beans are well-drained to prevent dilution of flavors.
- To toast sesame seeds evenly, stir frequently during the toasting process.
- This drink can be enjoyed warm or cold, depending on your preference.
