Sugar-Free Halva

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Mile End, Montreal, Canada

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Sugar-Free Halva, plated and ready to serve

Halva is a genuine Middle Eastern and Mizrahi Jewish sweet, built almost entirely from tahini, and this version keeps its signature dense, slightly crumbly texture without any real sugar.

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Ingredients for Sugar-Free Halva

Sugar-Free Halva

Dense, nutty tahini fudge, sweetened without sugar and set firm in the fridge.
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Prep Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Jewish
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups tahini
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar substitute
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tbsp chopped pistachios for topping

Instructions

  • Line a small loaf pan or container with parchment.
  • Combine sugar substitute and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer 3–4 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in tahini, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  • Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Scatter chopped pistachios over the surface, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Chill at least 2 hours, until firm.
  • Slice into small squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 150kcal | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 2g
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Health Benefits

  • Tahini provides healthy fats along with calcium and protein.
  • A sugar-free syrup delivers halva’s traditional sweetness without a significant sugar load.
  • Genuinely pareve, making it safe to serve after any meal in a kosher kitchen.
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