Crunchy Sesame Seed Candy
Delight in the sweet, nutty crunch of homemade Sesame Seed Candy, a traditional treat that's both irresistible and surprisingly simple to make. This recipe combines golden-toasted white sesame seeds with a luscious caramel base of sugar, honey, and butter, creating a brittle candy that shatters into delightful bites of flavor. With just a handful of pantry-friendly ingredients and a quick cooking time, this candy is perfect for gifting, snacking, or adding a unique touch to dessert platters. Plus, it stays fresh for up to two weeks in an airtight container, making it an excellent make-ahead option. Whether you're rediscovering a nostalgic favorite or exploring international flavors, this crunchy sesame candy is sure to impress! Keywords: Sesame Seed Candy, brittle recipe, homemade candy, caramelized sesame seeds, easy candy recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup White sesame seeds
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate and let cool.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set it aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine sugar, honey, butter, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook without stirring, swirling the pan occasionally, until it turns a deep amber color, approximately 8-10 minutes. Use a candy thermometer if available – the mixture should reach about 300°F (150°C).
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the toasted sesame seeds until evenly coated.
Carefully pour the hot mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out into a thin, even layer using a heat-resistant spatula or spoon.
Let the candy cool completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Once hard, break it into small pieces as desired.
Store the sesame seed candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1894 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.7 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.0 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 234.5 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1471 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 731 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
