If you’re a fan not-too-sweet not-too-rich desserts, then let me introduce you this Black Sesame Matcha Tiramisu. This modern fusion dessert brings together the earthy bitterness of matcha, the nutty depth of black sesame, and the lightness of whipped cream to creating a treat that’s both visually stunning and deliciously unique.

This recipes calls for making lady fingers from scratch, which truly elevates and make this dessert unique. Additionally, it allows you to deeply infuse the cake with the rich, nutty flavor of black sesame. I like to prepare these Black Sesame Ladyfingers in advance because they store exceptionally well. Having them on hand makes whipping up desserts like this tiramisu a breeze, turning it into a simple, no-bake treat. However, if you choose to make the ladyfingers from scratch specifically for this recipe, be prepared for a more involved process that will reward you with an exceptionally refined dessert.

Looking for more dessert recipes? You might like these:

• Coconut Pandan & Raspberry Tres Leches Cake
• Black Sesame & Banana Chiffon
• Rose & White Mulberry Soy Milk Rice Pudding Brûlée
• Black Sesame Bostock

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Black Sesame Matcha Tiramisu

A small-batch, lighter twist on tiramisu featuring delicate black sesame lady fingers, vibrant matcha, and airy black sesame whipped cream. This recipe offers a unique blend of flavors and textures for a refreshing take on the classic dessert.

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian, Japanese

Keyword: cake

Servings: 4 people

Equipment

• kitchen scale
• Snapware 2-cup glass container
• pipping bag & tips for pipping whipped cream
• matcha whisk
• tea strainer for dusting matcha powder
• stand mixer or hand held mixer

Ingredients

Black sesame lady fingers

• 5-8 pc Black Sesame Lady Fingers

Matcha soak

• 60 g hot water
• 2 g quality matcha

Black sesame whipped cream

• 150 g heavy cream
• 15 g powdered sugar
• 8 g black sesame powder

Topping

• quality matcha

Instructions

Make the black sesame lady fingers

• Make the Black Sesame Lady Fingers. Refer to the linked recipe for guidance.

Make the matcha soak

• Whisk matcha powder and hot water together until it is nice and foamy. Set aside to cool.

Make the black sesame whipped cream

• Using an electric mixer (handheld or stand mixer) or a whisk, beat the cream on medium-high speed. Continue to whip until stiff peaks form. Stiff peaks stand upright and hold their shape when you lift the beaters or whisk.

  Transfer the whipped cream to a pipping bag with your pipping tip of choice (for decoration, optional).

Assemble the tiramisu

• Create the first layer of the tiramisu: Soak the black sesame lady fingers in matcha until it has become soft (about a couple seconds per side) and place it on the bottom of the glass dish. Repeat until you have completed the bottom layers.
• Pipe a layer of black sesame whipped cream on top. Then, repeat dipping the black sesame lady fingers in matcha to create the second layer. Repeat with a layer of whipped cream.
• Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
• Stash the remainder of the whipped cream, with the pipping bag and tip (with the tip facing down), in a mason jar in the fridge. The remainder will be used to decorate the tiramisu before serving.

Serving

• Before serving, pipe the remainder of the black sesame whipped cream on top of the cake in a decorative way.
• Then, using a tea strainer dust the top of the tiramisu with matcha.
• Serve & enjoy! The cake will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.