Create this delicious homemade Sesame Candy with just three simple ingredients: sesame seeds, honey, and sugar. You won't believe how easy it is to make this Italian confection!
Prepare a sheet pan, 2 sheets of parchment paper (lightly greased with non-stick spray), and a rolling pin.
Toast sesame seeds in a non-stick pan over medium heat until light golden brown. This can take 3-4 minutes. Keep shaking the pan to and fro as they toast very easily.
Remove from heat, place in bowl. Set aside.
Reduce heat to low.
Add sugar and honey in non-stick pan and stir until sugar has melted and begins to boil.
Stir continuously until mixture begins to darken (2-3 minutes).
Add roasted sesame seeds and combine.
Quickly turn out mixture in a parchment lined jelly roll pan.
Top with sheet of parchment paper (Be careful not to touch the mixture as it is very hot).
With a rolling pin, flatten the mixture to approximately ¼ inch (or whatever thickness you prefer).
Transfer to cutting board.
Cut immediately into rectangles, squares, or diamonds as the mixture gets hard as it cools down.
Optional: After flattening your nougat, gently rub the surface with half a lemon or orange, imparting a delightful citrus aroma.
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Prepare in advance: Prepare your parchment paper, sheet pan, and rolling pin before you begin. The candy mixture sets rapidly, so preparing everything in advance ensures a smooth and efficient process.Gentle toasting: When toasting sesame seeds, shake the pan continuously to prevent burning. Sesame seeds can quickly go from perfectly toasted to overly dark, affecting the candy's flavor. Customize with nuts and other seeds: Experiment with other ingredients like a handful of almond slivers or blanched almonds for added texture and flavor. This personal touch can make your sesame candy truly unique. I recently tested the recipe with sunflower seeds and they came out so good that I took these pictures of them.Quick shaping: While the candy is still warm and pliable, you can also use the side of a knife to even out the sides before cutting it into uniform, bite-sized pieces.Variations: Don't hesitate to experiment with other flavorings such as vanilla extract, cinnamon, or even a touch of sea salt to customize the taste of your sesame candy.Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used.