This striking loaf cake pairs pandan with black sesame for a rich contrast in flavor and color. Pandan's floral, vanilla‑leaning sweetness and jade-green color play against the toasty depth of black sesame and its velvet-black hue. The batter comes together by hand with pandan extract and black sesame paste, and coconut milk gives it moisture and richness while leaving the cake dairy-free. Once baked, the loaf reveals a vivid green‑and‑black zebra swirl and gets finished with a glossy pandan glaze. Plush, aromatic and visually dramatic, it's a standout centerpiece — especially for Halloween. Look for pandan extract and black sesame paste and seeds at stores specializing in Asian ingredients, or online.
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Food Network Kitchen | 2026-06-08
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