Black Sesame Cake

This Black Sesame Cake is a delightful and nutty dessert that combines the rich flavor of ground black sesame seeds with a light, fluffy texture. It's a dairy-free treat that celebrates traditional Chinese ingredients in a modern, easy-to-make recipe.

Ingredients

• Black sesame seeds - 80 grams
• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Coconut sugar - 60 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Coconut milk - 120 ml
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 30 ml

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan (6-inch) with oil or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a dry skillet over low heat, toast the black sesame seeds for about 5 minutes until fragrant, then let them cool.
3. Once cooled, grind the toasted black sesame seeds into a fine powder using a spice grinder or a mortar and pestle.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground black sesame seeds, all-purpose flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.
5. In another bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and water until smooth.
6. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
7. Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Slice and serve the cake as a delightful dessert or snack.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.03 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from black sesame seeds, which can help combat oxidative stress.
• Contains healthy fats that support heart health and provide sustained energy.

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