Description
A simple and comforting candy made with just honey and sesame seeds, perfect for sharing and savoring.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup untoasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Optional: Vanilla for aroma
- Optional: Fresh butter for richness
Instructions
- Pour honey into a small, heavy pan and warm it gently over low heat without boiling.
- Add sesame seeds to the pan and stir until well coated with honey.
- Once the mixture is sticky and holds together, remove from heat.
- Press the mixture onto a lined baking tray or roll it out between parchment paper.
- Cut into bite-sized pieces while still warm.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for about 30 to 60 minutes until firm.
- Store in an airtight container layered with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Notes
These candies can be flavored with vanilla or served alongside yogurt for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Greek candy, dessert, quick treat, homemade sweets