Description
Discover the exquisite Black Sesame Vanilla Swirl Cake, a stunning dessert that beautifully marries rich black sesame flavors with creamy vanilla. This cake captivates the eyes with its marbled design and delights the palate with its nutty sweetness — perfect for any special occasion or simply to indulge your cravings.
Ingredients
For the Black Sesame Batter:
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1 cup black sesame seeds
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 large eggs
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1 cup milk
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Vanilla Batter:
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 large eggs
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1 cup milk
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste (or seeds from 1 vanilla pod)
For Decorating (optional):
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Whipped cream
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Black sesame seeds
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Fresh berries (raspberries or strawberries)
Instructions
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Toast the black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool slightly, then grind into a fine paste.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
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For the black sesame batter, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
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Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk into the butter mixture until combined.
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Fold in the black sesame paste until evenly blended.
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For the vanilla batter, repeat the same steps, adding vanilla bean paste for flavor.
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Spoon both batters alternately into the prepared pans. Swirl gently with a knife to create a marbled pattern.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool cakes for 10 minutes in pans, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Layer with whipped cream if desired, decorate with black sesame seeds and berries, then slice and serve.
Notes
Toasting the sesame seeds enhances depth and aroma.
Avoid over-swirling to maintain a distinct marbled pattern.
Serve with green tea or espresso for a refined pairing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion