Black Sesame Brittle Crunch (Printable View)

Toasted black sesame seeds enveloped in a crisp caramel shell for a flavorful crunch.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Seeds

01 - 1/2 cup black sesame seeds, toasted

→ Caramel

02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup water
04 - 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
05 - 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

# How To Make It:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
02 - Toast the black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly until fragrant. Set aside.
03 - In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring gently until sugar dissolves completely.
04 - Stop stirring and allow the mixture to cook until it reaches a deep golden amber color, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Swirl the pan occasionally to ensure even caramelization.
05 - Remove from heat. Immediately stir in butter and vanilla extract, then quickly add baking soda (the mixture will foam vigorously).
06 - Add toasted black sesame seeds to the caramel and stir thoroughly to combine.
07 - Pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it as thinly as possible using a greased spatula.
08 - Allow to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes, then break into pieces.

# Best Practices:

01 -
  • Striking contrast between the black sesame seeds and the golden amber caramel.
  • Quick and easy preparation that takes only 25 minutes from start to finish.
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, making it a crowd-pleasing snack.
02 -
  • Do not over-stir the boiling sugar once it begins to color to prevent crystallization.
  • Watch the pan closely at the end; the caramel moves from a golden amber to burnt very quickly.
  • Store the brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks to keep it crunchy.
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