Description
This Cozy Red Bean & Black Sesame Milk Tea recipe combines the nutty richness of toasted black sesame seeds with the sweet, soft texture of red beans for a refreshing and nutritious beverage. Perfect for a cozy afternoon or a chilled treat, this drink blends creamy milk with subtly sweetened red beans, delivering a unique and comforting flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Seeds and Beans
- 2 tablespoons Toasted Black Sesame Seeds (toasted until golden brown)
- 1 cup Sweetened Red Beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
Liquid
- 2 cups Milk or plant-based alternative (Almond or oat milk recommended)
Sweetener (Optional)
- To taste Sweetener (Honey, agave, or sugar alternative)
Instructions
- Toast the Sesame Seeds: Preheat a skillet over medium heat and toast the black sesame seeds for 3 to 5 minutes until they turn golden brown and release a nutty aroma. Keep stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Blend Ingredients: Transfer the toasted sesame seeds and milk into a blender. Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, extracting maximum flavor from the seeds.
- Add Sweetener: Taste the blended milk mixture and add your preferred sweetener if desired. Blend again for 10 to 15 seconds to evenly incorporate the sweetness.
- Prepare the Glass: Scoop the sweetened red beans into a glass, ensuring they are well-drained to avoid excess liquid diluting the drink.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the black sesame milk over the red beans in the glass. You can serve the drink immediately for a warm, cozy sip or chill it.
- Optional Chilling: For a refreshing cold version, refrigerate the drink for 15 to 30 minutes or serve it over ice cubes to cool it down quickly.
Notes
- Use canned sweetened red beans for convenience or prepare your own by simmering adzuki beans with sugar.
- Adjust the level of sweetness to your preference or dietary needs.
- Almond or oat milk enhances the nuttiness and complements the sesame flavor.
- For a vegan version, ensure your sweetener is plant-based (e.g., agave or maple syrup).
- Toast sesame seeds gently to avoid a burnt, bitter taste.
- This drink is best consumed within a day if refrigerated.
