Halvah Shortbread

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 3

Halvah Shortbread - A Sweet and Nutty Treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

340

Sugar

15g

Fat

25g

Halvah shortbread is the perfect dessert for those who love nutty and sweet treats. This recipe combines the nutty flavor of tahini with the richness of butter and brown sugar to create a delectable shortbread that melts in your mouth. The addition of chopped pecans or walnuts and a garnish of pecan or walnut halves on top give this dessert a crunchy texture that perfectly complements the buttery softness of the shortbread. While it may not be the healthiest dessert option, it's a great treat to indulge in for special occasions or as an afternoon snack with tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.	In a stand mixer or a large bowl with electric mixer, beat butter, tahini, and salt until creamy.
3.	Add brown sugar and mix until well combined.
4.	Gradually add flour and chopped nuts, and mix until dough comes together.
5.	Press dough evenly into a 9-inch square baking dish.
6.	Arrange pecan or walnut halves on top of the dough and press gently into the dough.
7.	Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
8.	Let cool completely in the dish before cutting into squares.

PROS

Rich in flavor and texture, straightforward recipe with relatively few ingredients

CONS

High in calories and fat, not suitable for those with nut allergies

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tahini, made from ground sesame seeds, is a good source of healthy fats, protein, and minerals like copper and manganese. Pecans and walnuts are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and have been associated with improved cholesterol levels and reduced inflammation.

	3/4 cup butter , softened
	1/2 cup tahini
	1 pinch salt
	1 1/4 cups brown sugar
	2 cups pastry flour
	1/2 cup toasted pecans or 1/2 cup toasted walnuts , finely chopped
	16 pecan halves or 16 walnut halves