Ingredients

• 1 cup of tahini (sesame paste)
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Chopped nuts for garnish (optional)

Preparation Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves, stirring occasionally.
2. Once the sugar has dissolved, bring the mixture to a boil. Allow it to boil for 5 minutes without stirring.
3. Remove the pan from heat and let the syrup cool slightly.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the tahini with the vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Pour the warm syrup into the tahini mixture gradually, stirring continuously to combine. The mixture will start to thicken.
6. Transfer the tahini mix into a greased rectangular dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Let the halwa cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a couple of hours until set.
8. Once set, cut into squares or bars and garnish with chopped nuts if desired.
9. Serve and enjoy your homemade Tahini Halwa!