Matcha-Dusted French Press with Black Sesame Cream
A creamy coffee treat with earthy matcha and rich black sesame cream
June 8, 2025
Love the bold flavors of Japanese ingredients? This French press coffee combines the earthiness of matcha green tea powder with the nutty richness of black sesame cream. It's a creative twist that brings together two beloved Japanese flavors in your morning cup!
This recipe is surprisingly simple to make at home. Start with a medium-dark roast coffee in your French press, then dust it with high-quality matcha powder. Top it with our homemade black sesame cream for a drink that's perfect for slow weekend mornings or when you want to treat yourself.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This unique coffee creation brings together the best of Japanese flavors with classic brewing methods. Here's why you'll love it:
- Perfect balance of coffee and matcha flavors
- Creamy texture from the black sesame cream
- Rich in antioxidants from both coffee and matcha
- Instagram-worthy presentation with the green matcha dust and black cream
Matcha-Dusted French Press with Black Sesame Cream
A creamy coffee treat with earthy matcha and rich black sesame cream
French Press Coffee, Matcha Coffee, Black Sesame, Japanese Coffee, Fusion Coffee, Cream Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Kitchen scale
- Kettle
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 16 oz hot water (200°F)
- 1 teaspoon ceremonial grade matcha powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons black sesame paste
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Add ground coffee to a clean French press
- Pour hot water over the grounds and let steep for 4 minutes
- While coffee steeps, whip heavy cream with black sesame paste and honey until soft peaks form
- Press the French press plunger down slowly
- Dust the top of the coffee with matcha powder using a fine-mesh strainer
- Top with black sesame cream and serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use ceremonial grade matcha for the best color and flavor
- Grind your coffee beans just before brewing for optimal freshness
- Make sure your French press is completely clean to avoid any old coffee oils
- Whip the black sesame cream until soft peaks form for the best texture
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 55mg, Sodium: 35mg, Potassium: 125mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 6g, Calcium: 45mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT14M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
