Sugar-Free Sesame Candy
Indulge in the simplicity and wholesome goodness of Sugar-Free Sesame Candy, a guilt-free treat that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Made with nutrient-dense toasted sesame seeds and sweetened naturally with honey, this recipe offers an easy, healthier twist on traditional sesame candy while skipping refined sugars altogether. A touch of vanilla extract enhances the depth of flavor, while a hint of salt adds balance, creating deliciously crunchy bites. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, these homemade candies come together quickly and are ideal for snacking or gifting. Whether you’re seeking sugar-free desserts or crave a nutty, chewy delight, this sesame candy recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Sesame seeds
- 100 grams Honey
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Add the sesame seeds to the pan and toast them while stirring frequently. Continue this process for about 3-5 minutes, until they are lightly golden and aromatic. Be careful not to burn them.
In a medium saucepan, combine the honey and water. Heat on medium, stirring occasionally, until the mixture begins to bubble and turns a slightly darker shade.
Add the toasted sesame seeds, vanilla extract, and salt to the honey mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure the seeds are evenly coated.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Carefully pour the sesame mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to evenly spread the mixture into a thin layer.
Allow the sesame candy to cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
Once mostly set but still slightly pliable, use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the candy into desired shapes (such as squares or rectangles).
Let the candy cool completely at room temperature until they harden entirely.
Once hardened, break along the cut lines to separate the pieces.
Store the sesame candy in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.4 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 51.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 690 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.3 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 801 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.
