Tahini Halva

Tahini Halva

A rich, creamy Middle Eastern confection with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and warm spice notes.

⏱ 20 minServes 8Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 1 cup tahini (sesame paste)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Directions

  1. 1Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat, then stir in tahini until well combined.
  2. 2Add powdered sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt, stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens.
  3. 3Remove from heat and fold in honey and half of the pistachios.
  4. 4Transfer the mixture to a parchment-lined 8x8 inch pan and press down firmly with a spatula.
  5. 5Smooth the top and garnish with remaining pistachios.
  6. 6Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, then cut into squares and serve chilled.

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