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    No Churn Black Sesame Ice Cream

    Published: Jul 12, 2021 by Michelle ยท 20 Comments

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    This No Churn Black Sesame Ice Cream is an easy 4-ingredient recipe which features fragrant and nutty black sesame, a common Asian flavour. It has an earthy, creamy, and toasted flavour that will be sure to be your new favourite!

    Scoop of black sesame ice cream on a waffle cone, on a plate.
    When you think of sweet Asian flavours, there are a few that come to mind instantly:

    • matcha
    • red bean
    • black sesame

    It can be difficult to find Asian-flavoured ice cream, but it's really easy to make at home.

    I find many of the ice creams at the store are lacking in flavour -- however, this one is truly for black sesame lovers!

    What is black sesame?

    You've probably seen white sesame seeds, which are tiny seeds that are eaten all over the world.

    They're commonly used as a topping on buns, or ground into a paste.

    Black sesame seed is a dark-coloured seed which is commonly found in Asia. 

    It's used in many Asian desserts, such as: Black Sesame Paste, Matcha Black Sesame Rolls or as a filling in Tang Yuan (Glutinous Rice Balls). 

    What does black sesame taste like?

    It has a nutty, earthy taste that can be construed as slightly bitter.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    This Black Sesame Ice Cream is really simple to whip up, and comes together quickly.

    It's not very sweet, and you can really taste the earthy, nutty notes from the sesame.

    As this recipe uses a "no churn" method, you don't need any fancy equipment to make this ice cream.

    It only consists of 4 ingredients!

    What is no-churn?

    Traditional ice cream making requires churning, which incorporates air into the ice cream and produces more volume and a smooth texture.

    No-churn means that there's no need to do this step, yet we'll still end up with a creamy ice cream.

    Scoop of black sesame ice cream on a waffle cone, on a plate.

    Tools you'll need

    • wire whisk: or if you have access to a stand mixer/electric mixer, you can use that as well
    • chilled mixing bowl: the cream whips up much easier when the bowl is cold
    • smaller bowl: for mixing the condensed milk/black sesame/vanilla extract
    • spatula: I prefer using a rubber or silicone spatula

    4 ingredients 

    There are only 4 ingredients:

    • chilled heavy whipping cream (at least 36% milkfat [MF])
    • condensed milk: is a thick, sweetened milk that acts as the "custard" base
    • vanilla extract: I like using a pure alcohol-based vanilla extract; as the alcohol will lower the freezing point of the ice cream by preventing the formation of ice crystals, thereby keeping it creamier
    • black sesame powder: finely ground, if possible

    Note: if you can't find black sesame powder, you can easily make your own by grinding whole black sesame seeds, until it resembles a powder. Be careful not to over pulse the seeds, or it will turn into a "seed butter."

    How to make it

    In a chilled mixing bowl, add in the heavy whipping cream.

    With a whisk, whip until the cream holds medium firm peaks.

    In a smaller bowl, combine the condensed milk, black sesame powder and vanilla extract.

    Give the black sesame mixture a stir until combined.

    With a spatula, fold in about โ…“rd of the whipped cream into the black sesame mixture to lighten it up.

    Transfer the black sesame cream back into the plain whipped cream and lightly whisk until the black sesame mixture is incorporated.

    The mixture should reach firm peaks. 

    Note: Be careful not to overwhip or it will turn to butter.

    Transfer the black sesame ice cream to a freezer-safe jar and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight.

    Scoop of black sesame ice cream on a waffle cone, on a plate with jar in the background.

    How to store

    Store the ice cream in the freezer in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.

    Keep the Black Sesame Ice Cream in the freezer until ready to serve.

    When ready to serve, remove from the freezer for a few minutes before scooping.

    Serving suggestions

    Serve the Black Sesame Ice Cream with Matcha Red Bean Mochi. 

    Or try it paired with Chestnut Black Sesame Waffles.

    Tips & troubleshooting

    Can I decrease the amount of black sesame?

    If you find the black sesame taste too overpowering and/or too grainy for your liking, you can adjust the amount of black sesame powder to 50g.

    Why did my ice cream curdle?

    Be careful not to overwhip the heavy whipping cream, or it will turn into butter.

    Unfortunately, once it is taken too far, you can't make the ice cream anymore. 

    Save the whipped butter (strain off the liquid) for another application, like making breads and buns.

    How come my cream isn't whipping up?

    Make sure your bowl (and whisk) is cold. 

    Ensure you are using a heavy whipping cream of at least 36% milkfat (MF) or higher. 

    Also, ensure that you give the heavy cream a shake as the milkfat may have settled to the bottom.

    Other recipes you may like

    Be sure to check out these other no-churn ice cream recipes:

    Matcha Ice Cream

    Earl Grey Ice Cream

    Pandan Ice Cream

    Jasmine Tea Ice Cream

    And if you're a fan of black sesame:

    Mom's Black Sesame Paste

    Black Sesame Brochi (Brownie Mochi)

    Chestnut Black Sesame Waffles

    Matcha Black Sesame Rolls

    Be sure to let me know if you try out this recipe -- tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment/rating below!

    Scoop of black sesame ice cream on a waffle cone upside down on a plate.

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    5 from 13 votes

    No Churn Black Sesame Ice Cream

    This No Churn Black Sesame Ice Cream is an easy 4-ingredient recipe which features fragrant and nutty black sesame, a common Asian flavour. It has an earthy, creamy, and toasted flavour that will be sure to be your new favourite!
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Freezing Time6 hours hrs
    Total Time6 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Asian
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 271kcal
    Author: Michelle

    For accuracy and precision in baking recipes, use weight (metric) measurements when available.

    Ingredients

    • 240 ml heavy whipping cream
    • 100 ml condensed milk
    • 75 g black sesame powder finely ground
    • 1.5 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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    Instructions

    • To a chilled mixing bowl, add in the heavy whipping cream.
    • With a whisk, whip until the cream holds medium firm peaks.
    • In a smaller bowl, combine the condensed milk, black sesame powder and vanilla extract.
    • Give the black sesame mixture a stir until combined.
    • With a spatula, fold in about โ…“rd of the whipped cream into the black sesame mixture to lighten it up.
    • Transfer the black sesame cream back into the plain whipped cream and lightly whisk until the black sesame mixture is incorporated.
    • The mixture should reach firm peaks.
    • Note: Be careful not to overwhip or it will turn to butter.
    • Transfer the black sesame ice cream to a freezer-safe jar and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 156mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 634IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 2mg

    The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.

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    Comments

    1. Linsey

      July 12, 2021 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy! This is really easy to follow and make! Will try it soon! Thank you Michelle!

      Reply
    2. Ben | Havocinthekitchen

      July 12, 2021 at 7:14 pm

      5 stars
      I love drizzling my vanilla ice cream with tahini, and I've also made tahini ice cream once (So delicious - reminds me halva!) But I've never used black sesame seeds. This ice cream looks splendid, and I bet it tastes awesome Michelle!

      Reply
      • Felisha

        May 26, 2022 at 6:22 am

        Love the strong black sesame flavor in this recipe and the fact that it's the perfect level of sweetness. And like others have said, so easy to make!

      • Michelle

        May 26, 2022 at 9:43 am

        Thanks for trying the recipe out Felisha, and sharing your creation with me on Instagram!

    3. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      July 12, 2021 at 9:13 pm

      5 stars
      This would be so intriguing! It looks so black - so cool!!! I bet I'd love this one Michelle and it would be a fun one to serve to guests.

      Reply
    4. David @ Spiced

      July 13, 2021 at 4:36 am

      5 stars
      Wow! What a fun ice cream flavor. Once you mentioned it, I realized that Asian flavored ice creams aren't really very common at all. However, this one not only sounds delicious, but it's super unique, too. Folks would certainly remember it if you serve this one at a party! And I do enjoy the flavor of black sesame - now I just need to try it in ice cream form!

      Reply
    5. Dawn

      July 13, 2021 at 9:31 am

      5 stars
      Such a fun and unique ice cream!! I love sesame, so I would really love to try this one out! Perfect for this time of year.

      Reply
      • Irina

        January 26, 2022 at 7:40 am

        I know it won't look as striking but will the flavors be similar with regular sesame too?

      • Michelle

        January 26, 2022 at 8:20 am

        I'm assuming you mean regular white sesame? I haven't tried it, but the flavour of white sesame is a little different than black sesame == you're more than welcome to give it a try. Let me know if you do!

    6. Holly

      July 14, 2021 at 7:08 am

      5 stars
      I love Asian desserts made with black sesame and tried a few different kinds. I don't think I've had black sesame ice cream yet. I looks so good. I wish all the ice cream shops would discover the flavor of black sesame and include it in their arrays of of ice cream flavors. Hopefully someday soon.

      Reply
    7. Jewel

      July 17, 2021 at 9:46 am

      5 stars
      I made this ice cream and it was delicious! My family enjoyed it very much! Thanks for the wonderful recipe!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        July 17, 2021 at 2:53 pm

        Thanks for making the recipe, Jewel! And for sharing it on Instagram too ๐Ÿ™‚ Glad you enjoyed it.

    8. Tasia ~ two sugar bugs

      July 18, 2021 at 9:38 am

      5 stars
      Black sesame seeds are something I use frequently when making Asian foods and I love the flavor. This ice cream is so unique and I'm looking forward to giving it a try!

      Reply
    9. Raymund

      July 20, 2021 at 1:15 pm

      Wow you gave me an idea, I was thinking of making a unique ice cream flavour this weekend and you just saved me from it. Great simple recipe!

      Reply
    10. Pam

      July 22, 2021 at 8:44 am

      5 stars
      I love learnilng about ingredients I'm not familiar with from different cuisines. This sounds so interesting. Can't wait to give it a try.

      Reply
    11. Eliza Cross

      August 02, 2021 at 12:23 pm

      5 stars
      So good! I absolutely love black sesame seeds and this recipe is a keeper! Thanks for sharing another fabulous creation.

      Reply
      • Michelle

        August 08, 2021 at 8:22 am

        Thanks for trying the recipe, Eliza! ๐Ÿ™‚

    12. Patty at Spoonabilities

      August 07, 2021 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      What a very interesting ice cream flavor! I love sesame seeds and never would have thought to use them in ice cream! So excited to try this!!

      Reply
    13. Kait | Slumber & Scones

      August 17, 2021 at 2:21 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness! This is so easy since it's a no-churn ice cream, and the black sesame is such a unique dessert in both flavor and appearance! What a fun and different approach to a summer favorite.

      Reply
    14. Sharon

      August 29, 2021 at 2:44 pm

      5 stars
      I love no-churn ice cream recipes so much, it is so easy to whip up ice cream right at home. This one has a delicious and unique flavor.

      Reply

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