# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 1½ tsp baking powder
04 - ¼ tsp salt
→ Black Sesame Paste
05 - ¼ cup black sesame seeds
06 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 tbsp warm water
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 1 cup whole milk or plant-based milk
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted or neutral oil
11 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ For Serving
12 - Maple syrup or honey
13 - Toasted black sesame seeds
14 - Fresh berries
15 - Whipped cream
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Toast black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Cool slightly, then grind to fine powder using spice grinder or food processor. Mix with honey and warm water until thick paste forms.
02 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in large bowl until evenly blended.
03 - Whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract in separate bowl until smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix. Lumps are acceptable.
05 - Fold in black sesame paste until evenly distributed. Batter will appear thick with dark sesame streaks.
06 - Heat non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil.
07 - Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on surface and edges appear set.
08 - Flip pancakes and cook 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
09 - Serve warm pancakes topped with syrup, toasted black sesame seeds, and optional berries or whipped cream.
