Yuzu-Honey AeroPress with Black Sesame Foam
A cozy coffee treat with bright yuzu, sweet honey, and creamy black sesame foam
May 4, 2025
Looking for a coffee that's both comforting and exciting? This Japanese-inspired AeroPress creation combines citrusy yuzu and sweet honey with a uniquely nutty black sesame foam that'll make your taste buds dance!
It's surprisingly simple to whip up at home. Just brew your favorite medium-light roast coffee in an AeroPress, add yuzu and honey for brightness, and top it with our easy black sesame foam. Perfect for slow weekend mornings or when you want to treat yourself to something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to discover your new favorite coffee drink!
- Perfect balance of citrus, honey, and nutty flavors
- Super easy to make with an AeroPress
- Unique twist on traditional coffee
- Instagram-worthy black sesame foam topping
Yuzu-Honey AeroPress with Black Sesame Foam
A cozy coffee treat with bright yuzu, sweet honey, and creamy black sesame foam
Yuzu Coffee, Black Sesame Foam, AeroPress Coffee, Japanese Coffee, Honey Coffee
Equipment
- AeroPress
- Coffee grinder
- Digital scale
- Kettle
- Whisk
- Coffee mug
Ingredients
- 17g medium-light roast coffee beans
- 200ml filtered water at 185°F
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp yuzu juice
- 2 tbsp black sesame paste
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Grind coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency
- Set up AeroPress in inverted position and add ground coffee
- Heat water to 185°F and add to AeroPress
- Stir gently and let steep for 1 minute
- While coffee steeps, whisk black sesame paste with heavy cream until soft peaks form
- After steeping, attach filter and flip AeroPress onto cup
- Press slowly for about 30 seconds
- Stir in honey and yuzu juice while coffee is hot
- Top with black sesame foam and a pinch of salt
Pro Tips
- Use fresh yuzu juice if available, or substitute with a mix of lemon and mandarin juice
- Warm your honey slightly before mixing for better dissolution
- Fresh-ground black sesame seeds will give the best flavor for the foam
- Pre-heat your cup with hot water for optimal temperature
Calories: 145kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 22mg, Sodium: 45mg, Potassium: 116mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 16g, Calcium: 28mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT3M
Servings:
1 serving (12 oz)
Total Time:
PT8M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
