Honey Halva Recipe

Indulge in this rich and decadent Honey Halva, a Middle Eastern-inspired treat that's both easy to make and incredibly delicious. This recipe, adapted from Rodale's Basic Natural Foods Cookbook, delivers a moist, aromatic cake perfect for any occasion. The warm honey and fragrant cinnamon create a symphony of flavors that will leave you wanting more!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 328.2 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Honey Halva

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How to Make Honey Halva

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  3. In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup warm honey until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In a separate bowl, gently combine 1 1/2 cups farina (cream of wheat), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup chopped almonds.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes.
  9. While the halva cools, prepare the honey syrup: In a small saucepan, simmer 1/4 cup water and 1/4 cup honey over low heat for 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  10. Carefully pour the warm honey syrup evenly over the cooled halva.
  11. Let the halva cool completely before cutting into squares or diamonds.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

40g

Carbs

13g

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