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Honey Sesame Brittle

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Honey Sesame Brittle is a crisp, golden candy made with toasted sesame seeds and natural honey. This simple yet flavorful treat has a crunchy texture, rich nuttiness, and a glossy finish—perfect for snacking or gifting.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: About 12 pieces
  • Category: Candy
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (150 g) sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup (170 g) pure honey
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon (14 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine salt

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside.
  3. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine honey, sugar, and water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
  4. Increase heat slightly and boil without stirring for 6–8 minutes until the mixture is deep amber in color.
  5. Remove from heat and quickly stir in butter, lemon juice, salt, and toasted sesame seeds.
  6. Immediately pour onto prepared baking sheet and spread thinly with a heatproof spatula.
  7. Let cool completely at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
  8. Break into pieces and serve or store.

Notes

  • Use white or black sesame seeds for different flavors and visual effect.
  • Sprinkle flaky salt on top before cooling for a sweet-salty twist.
  • Avoid humidity during storage to prevent stickiness.
  • Do not substitute sesame oil; it affects texture and setting.
  • Work quickly when spreading as the brittle sets fast.

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