Quick Vegan Halva Recipe (3-Ingredient Tahini & Maple Syrup Dessert)

Make melt-in-your-mouth vegan halva in minutes! This 3-ingredient recipe uses tahini and maple syrup for a rich, nutty dessert. Achieve that perfect traditional texture.

Ingredients

• ¾ cups maple syrup
• 1 and ½ cups tahini
• 3 tsp vanilla extract
• 8 x 12” glass tupperware (or 2 smaller single person portion tupperwares work fine too)

Instructions

• Place the maple syrup in a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat until it reaches 266°F (130°C). The syrup will bubble and foam—this is normal! Don’t move the pot or turn off the heat until it reaches temperature or develops a slightly roasted aroma, which signals proper crystallization for good texture.
• Once ready, remove from heat and quickly stir in the tahini and vanilla extract until the mixture thickens and loses its shiny appearance.
• Pour immediately into a glass container and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle crushed pistachios on top, if desired.
• Freeze for at least 1 hour. You can refrigerate instead for a softer, fudgier texture.

Tips

• Darker maple syrup is easier to boil and handle with this recipe
• Removing the mixture from heat too early will give a softer, fudgier texture.
• If tahini and vanilla aren’t added immediately, the mixture may look clumpy or oily. You can pour off excess oil to salvage it—it will still taste great.
• Cooking too long, or using sugar instead of maple syrup, can make it slightly grainy with a more roasted flavor, but it’s still delicious.