Dairy-Free Sesame Seed Candy
Sweet, crunchy, and entirely dairy-free, this Sesame Seed Candy is the ultimate homemade treat for anyone craving a nutty indulgence without dairy. Featuring golden toasted sesame seeds enveloped in a rich caramel made from sugar, honey, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe strikes a perfect balance between sweetness and nuttiness. The addition of lemon juice and sea salt enhances the candy’s depth of flavor, creating a delightful contrast to its caramelized crunch. Made in under 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for gifting, snacking, or adding a unique touch to your dessert repertoire. Plus, with its simple ingredients and gluten-free profile, this candy is perfect for those seeking allergy-friendly confections. Break it into bite-sized pieces for convenient snacking or enjoy it paired with a warm cup of tea—this Dairy-Free Sesame Seed Candy is bound to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams sesame seeds
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 60 ml water
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Begin by toasting the sesame seeds: place them in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly for about 3-5 minutes until they become golden brown and fragrant. Transfer to a plate and allow them to cool.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat this mixture over medium heat, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the honey, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the sugar mixture. Stir the mixture until everything is well combined.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Do not stir once it starts boiling; instead, gently swirl the pan to ensure even cooking.
Allow the mixture to boil for about 5-7 minutes until it reaches a deep amber color and achieves the hard crack stage, which is around 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer.
Remove from heat and quickly stir in the toasted sesame seeds until they are thoroughly coated with the caramel.
Immediately pour the sesame seed mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly to the desired thickness.
While the mixture is still warm, score it into rectangular pieces using a sharp knife. This will make it easier to break into pieces once set.
Allow the sesame seed candy to cool completely at room temperature. Once hardened, break it into pieces along the scored lines.
Store the candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2165 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.4 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 51.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1261 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 258.9 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 236.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 776 mg | 17% | |
*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.
