Black Sesame Matcha Bark (Printable)

Striking white chocolate bark with earthy matcha and crunchy toasted black sesame seeds.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate Base

01 - 8.8 oz high-quality white chocolate, chopped

→ Flavorings & Toppings

02 - 2 tsp matcha powder (culinary grade, sifted)
03 - 2 tbsp black sesame seeds, toasted
04 - 1 tbsp white sesame seeds, toasted (optional, for contrast)
05 - Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
02 - Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of gently simmering water (double boiler method), stirring until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted.
03 - Remove the chocolate from the heat. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the melted chocolate in a small bowl.
04 - Sift the matcha powder into the remaining larger portion of melted chocolate and mix thoroughly until evenly colored.
05 - Pour the matcha chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer (about 1/4-inch thick) using an offset spatula.
06 - Drizzle the reserved plain white chocolate over the surface and use a toothpick or skewer to create a marbled effect.
07 - Immediately sprinkle toasted black sesame seeds and (if using) white sesame seeds evenly over the top. Finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt, if desired.
08 - Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until completely set.
09 - Break into pieces and store in an airtight container at cool room temperature for up to 1 week.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The marble pattern makes you look like a professional chocolatier with almost zero effort
  • That earthy matcha cut by toasty sesame creates a sophisticated flavor nobody expects
  • It keeps for weeks so you can make gifts ahead of time and actually have them ready
02 -
  • White chocolate seizes if even a drop of water gets in the bowl while melting
  • Work quickly once the matcha is mixed or the chocolate will start setting before you can marble it
  • The marble effect only happens if you drag your toothpick through both layers while they are still liquid
03 -
  • Buy extra sesame seeds and toast the whole package at once, they keep in the freezer for months
  • If your chocolate starts blooming with white spots, it is still fine to eat just not as pretty

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