Kids – See if you have what it takes to become a Junior Chef!
Utensils Needed
Large mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Small saucepan (or microwave-safe bowl)
Whisk
Spatula
Loaf pan or small dish (for shaping)
Parchment paper or plastic wrap
Ingredients
¾ cup tahini
¼ cup almond flour (or finely ground almonds)
¼ cup slivered or chopped almonds (lightly toasted, optional)
⅓ cup maple syrup (or honey)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: extra almonds, sesame seeds, or a drizzle of melted dark chocolate
Let’s Get Started!
- Line a loaf pan or small square dish with parchment paper or plastic wrap, leaving some overhang to lift the halva out later.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together: tahini, ground almonds or almond flour, chopped or slivered almonds, and a pinch of salt.
3. Heat the syrup (Adult Help Needed): In a small saucepan (or microwave-safe bowl), combine the syrup and vanilla extract (optional). Heat gently until just warm and pourable – not boiling! Stir to combine.
4. Pour the warm syrup into the tahini-almond mixture. Mix well with a spatula until everything is evenly combined. It should start to thicken quickly.
5. Transfer the mixture into your prepared pan. Press it down firmly with the spatula to make it flat and even.
6. Refrigerate the halva for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
7. Lift the halva out, slice into small squares or bars, and serve.
ALMOND
HALVA SQUARES
The word “halva” comes from the Arabic word “
halwā,
” which means “sweet!”
Chef Shiri Says…
Roast the almonds first for even more crunch and yummy flavor!
Roasting brings out their nutty taste and makes your halva extra delicious.
Fun Food Fact
Almonds are super versatile – they can be turned into all kinds of tasty things! You can make almond butter, almond flour, almond milk, almond oil, and best of all… yummy almond halva!