Pistachio Rosewater Halva Bites
These delightful, no-bake halva bites offer a taste of Turkish sweetness with a delicate floral aroma. They are rich, nutty, and melt-in-your-mouth, perfect for a sophisticated sweet treat.
Prep Time
30 min
Difficulty
Medium
Servings
12
Calories
180 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until lightly golden and fragrant. Let them cool completely.
~5 min - 2
In a food processor, grind the toasted sesame seeds until they form a fine powder.
~3 min - 3
Add the tahini, powdered sugar, rosewater, and cardamom powder to the food processor. Process until the mixture is smooth and forms a thick paste.
~5 min - 4
Transfer the halva mixture to a bowl. Gently fold in most of the chopped pistachios, reserving some for garnish.
~2 min - 5
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spoon small portions of the halva mixture onto the parchment paper, shaping them into bite-sized balls or flat discs.
~10 min - 6
Press a few reserved chopped pistachios onto the top of each halva bite for decoration.
~2 min - 7
Refrigerate the halva bites for at least 15 minutes to firm up before serving.
~15 min
Tips
- Ensure the sesame seeds are completely cool before grinding them to avoid a gummy texture in the halva.
- These bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
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