Chocolate Sesame Bliss—Dessert for 2
Indulge in the heavenly flavors of Chocolate Sesame Bliss, a Japanese-inspired dessert that blends semi-sweet chocolate chips with sesame seeds, honey, butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, all-purpose flour, white sugar and matcha powder. Refrigerate for an hour before serving for a sweet and savory treat that will tantalize your taste buds!
Meal Type
Desert
Cuisine
Japanese
Servings
2
Food Stars
Chocolate
Sesame
Health
Variations
Diets
Variations
Do This With That Stuff
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat
- Add the chocolate chips, sesame seeds, honey, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon to the melted butter
- Stir until the chocolate chips are melted and the ingredients are well combined
- Remove the pan from the heat
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, salt, and matcha powder
- Add the dry ingredients to the melted chocolate mixture and stir until everything is well combined
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet
- Refrigerate the balls for at least 1 hour before serving.
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
🍬 Sweet
Increase the honey to 3 tablespoons, add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, replace the white sugar with light brown sugar, and add 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
🧂 Salty
Increase the amount of salt to 1/2 teaspoon, add a pinch of smoked paprika, or replace the white sugar with brown sugar.
🍋 Sour
Increase the amount of matcha powder, add a squeeze of lemon juice, or replace the honey with an acidic ingredient such as vinegar or citrus juice.
☕ Bitter
Increase the amount of matcha powder to enhance the bitter flavor. Add a pinch of black pepper to add a spicy kick. Replace the white sugar with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
🍄 Umami
Add 1 tablespoon of miso paste to the melted chocolate mixture, replace the honey with soy sauce, and add 1 teaspoon of fish sauce to the dry ingredients.
🌶️ Spicy
Increase the amount of matcha powder, add a pinch of cayenne pepper, or add a teaspoon of chili powder.
🍸 Alcoholic
- A dry Riesling: The sweetness of the Riesling will balance out the earthy, nutty flavors of the sesame seeds and matcha powder. The floral notes of the wine will also complement the cinnamon and vanilla in the dish.
- A Moscow Mule: The ginger beer in the cocktail will provide a spicy contrast to the sweetness of the chocolate and honey. The lime juice will also add a bright citrus flavor to the dish.
- A Pomegranate Margarita: The tartness of the pomegranate juice will cut through the sweetness of the chocolate and honey. The tequila in the drink will also bring out the nutty flavors of the sesame seeds.
🥛 Non-Alcoholic
- Cranberry Juice: The tartness of the cranberry juice would go well with the sweetness of the chocolate chips and honey in the dish.
- Ginger Ale: The ginger ale would provide a nice balance to the sweetness of the chocolate chips and honey, as well as the earthiness of the sesame seeds and matcha powder.
- Pomegranate Juice: The sweetness of the pomegranate juice would pair nicely with the sweetness of the chocolate chips and honey, and the tartness would help to cut through the richness of the dish.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Artificial Intelligence created this—this means it may or may not be correct or accurate. If following a specific diet is critical to your health and well-being due to ailments or health conditions, please consult your doctor before trying any of these variations.
🍞 Keto
Replace the all-purpose flour with almond flour, replace the white sugar with a sugar-free sweetener, replace the honey with a sugar-free syrup, and omit the sesame seeds.
🫒 Mediterranean
Replace the butter with olive oil, replace the white sugar with honey, replace the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour, and add some chopped nuts.
🥬 Vegetarian
Replace the butter with a vegan butter substitute, replace the honey with maple syrup, and omit the sesame seeds.
🥕 Vegan
Replace the butter with vegan butter, replace the honey with maple syrup, and omit the white sugar.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Artificial Intelligence created this—this means the following may or may not be correct or accurate. If following a specific diet is critical to your health and well-being due to ailments or health conditions, please consult your doctor before trying any of these variations.
🍭 Diabetes
Replace honey with a sugar-free sweetener, replace white sugar with a sugar-free alternative, and reduce the amount of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
🩸 High Blood-Pressure
Replace the butter with a low-fat spread, use a sugar substitute instead of white sugar, and reduce the amount of honey.
🧀 High Cholesterol
Replace butter with a cholesterol-free alternative, such as olive oil or vegetable oil. Replace white sugar with a natural sweetener, such as honey or maple syrup. Replace all-purpose flour with a whole grain alternative, such as oat flour or almond flour. Reduce the amount of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
🫀 Heart Disease
Replace butter with a heart-healthy oil, reduce the amount of sugar, and replace the chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips.
🫘 Kidney Disease
Replace honey with agave nectar, replace butter with coconut oil, replace all-purpose flour with almond flour, and omit the white sugar.
🧀 Liver Disease
Replace the butter with coconut oil, omit the honey, and reduce the sugar to 1 tablespoon.
🌾 Celiac
Replace the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour, omit the sesame seeds, and use gluten-free matcha powder.
🐄 Lactose Intolerant
Replace the butter with vegan butter, omit the white sugar, and use lactose-free chocolate chips.
🌾 Gluten Intolerant
Replace the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour, use gluten-free oats instead of sesame seeds, and use a gluten-free baking powder instead of the matcha powder.
🌾 IBS
Replace the butter with coconut oil, omit the sesame seeds, replace the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour, and omit the sugar.
Beti’s Reflections
I was strolling through my local Japanese market the other day when I noticed a jar of sesame seeds that immediately piqued my curiosity. I just had to buy it and see what I could come up with! After a bit of experimenting, I stumbled upon a winning combination of classic Japanese flavors that I now present to you as my new favorite dessert: Chocolate Sesame Bliss!
This delectable concoction blends semi-sweet chocolate chips with sesame seeds, honey, butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, all-purpose flour, white sugar, matcha powder, and just a pinch of salt. To make this delicious Japanese-inspired treat, start by melting the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Once melted, add the chocolate chips, sesame seeds, honey, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon to the pan and stir until the chocolate chips are melted and all of the ingredients are well combined. Remove the pan from the heat. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, salt, and matcha powder. Add this dry mixture to the melted chocolate mixture and stir.
Once combined, roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. The result? A heavenly treat that will prove to be a real crowd-pleaser! With its irresistible blend of sweet and savory flavors, this Chocolate Sesame Bliss is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. The addition of the matcha powder really added an extra depth of flavor to the balls, and I’d definitely make this recipe again! For an even richer flavor, try adding more honey or butter. Enjoy!

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