Black sesame cake has a long history dating back to the Western Han Dynasty (206 BCE-CE 24). Since then, it has evolved into diverse styles with different flavor profiles based on regional influences. Among the different varieties, Meishang (a city in the Sichuan province) black sesame cake is one of the most famous styles and cherished even by the royal family of Qing Dynasty. The main ingredient is black sesame seeds, which are rich nutrients and believed to promote hair, skin, blood flow, and stomach health.
