What does a Black Sesame Frangipane Blondie taste like?

It’s a rich, chewy dessert bar with nutty depth from black sesame and a smooth, slightly sweet almond layer from frangipane. The flavor is toasty, buttery, and balanced—not overly sweet.

Can I use tahini instead of black sesame paste?

You can, but the flavor will be milder and less toasty. Toasted black sesame paste offers a deeper, roasted profile that gives this blondie its signature taste.

How do I make it gluten-free?

Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum to maintain the structure and chewiness of the blondie. Everything else in the recipe is naturally gluten-free.

Can I make the blondie ahead of time?

Yes! It actually tastes better the next day. Store it at room temperature for 2–3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. You can also freeze slices for up to 2 months.

Black Sesame Frangipane Blondie – 1 Sensational Recipe

Description

A chewy, golden blondie swirled with black sesame frangipane for a nutty twist on a classic dessert bar.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup almond flour
1/4 cup black sesame paste
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 egg (for frangipane)
2 tbsp butter, softened

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment.
In a bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until glossy.
Add eggs and vanilla; mix just until combined.
Fold in flour and salt until a thick batter forms.
In another bowl, make the frangipane by combining almond flour, black sesame paste, sugar, softened butter, and egg.
Pour half the blondie batter into pan. Drop spoonfuls of frangipane. Swirl lightly with knife.
Repeat with remaining batter and frangipane. Swirl again.
Bake for 28–32 minutes until edges are golden and center is just set.
Cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

Store in airtight container at room temp up to 4 days.
Freeze up to 2 months individually wrapped.
Swap black sesame with tahini or hazelnut for variation.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 blondie
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg