Vegan Sesame Halvah

You only need sesame seeds and honey dates to make this vegan sesame halva, a sweet Middle Eastern candy you can flavor as desired.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 291 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (Optional)
• 1 ¾ cups toasted sesame seeds
• ½ cup shelled pistachio nuts (Optional)
• ⅓ cup finely chopped honey dates
• 2 tablespoons carob powder (Optional)
• 2 splashes water, or as needed (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour sesame seeds into a coffee grinder; grind into a fine, sticky powder, about 45 seconds.

Step 2

Pour sesame powder into a large bowl. Mix in pistachio nuts, honey dates, carob powder, and vanilla extract. Mix by hand until a stiff dough forms. Add water if dough is not forming properly. Press into a pan; slice into squares.