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Chocolate Sesame Fudge

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A rich, soft, and naturally vegan fudge made with roasted sesame seeds, jaggery, and cocoa powder. This chocolate sesame fudge blends traditional Indian til sweet flavors with a smooth chocolatey twist, perfect for festivals or mindful indulgence.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 pieces
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sesame seeds
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ to 1 cup grated or powdered jaggery (about 250 g, adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom powder
  • ¼ cup mixed nut powder (cashews and almonds, coarsely ground)
  • 3 tablespoons oil (olive oil or coconut oil)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons water or coconut milk (as needed)
  • Extra oil for greasing tray

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease a 6×6 inch tray or line with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a wide pan over low-medium heat, roast sesame seeds until they pop and smell nutty. Cool for 5–10 minutes.
  3. Transfer sesame seeds to a food processor. Add oil and grind into a coarse, slightly oily paste.
  4. Add cocoa powder, nut powder, cinnamon, and cardamom to the paste. Process briefly until well combined.
  5. In the same pan, melt jaggery with 2–3 tablespoons water or coconut milk over medium heat until bubbling and dissolved.
  6. Lower heat and add sesame mixture to the melted jaggery. Stir continuously until a thick, cohesive mass forms.
  7. Immediately transfer mixture to the prepared tray. Flatten evenly with a spatula or bowl back.
  8. Cool for 10 minutes, cut into squares, and let set for 30 minutes before removing from the tray.

Notes

  • Use tahini instead of whole sesame seeds for quicker prep; reduce oil if using tahini.
  • Desiccated coconut can replace nut powder for a nut-free version.
  • Add a pinch of sea salt to deepen the chocolate flavor.
  • Do not overcook the jaggery to prevent the fudge from drying out.
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder works best for balanced flavor.

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