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Hard 11 hr 15 min~360 kcal 3/10
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Tokat Zile Molasses Halva
A Turkish flour halva enriched with Zile grape molasses, butter, walnuts, and a gently toasted aroma.
Medium⏱️ 52 min📖 1 min readServes 8~330 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
12 min prep 32 min cook 8 min rest
- #For Guests
- Vegetarian
- #Winter
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Timeline
Total 52 min- Prep12 min
- Resting/Marinating8 min
- Cooking32 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For the halva
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Flour
- 90 gr Butter
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Walnut kernels
- 1 tutam Salt
For the syrup
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Zile grape molasses
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Water
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Granulated sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Heat the Zile grape molasses, water, and granulated sugar in a small pot for 4 minutes, removing it from the heat before it boils.
4 min04:00 - 2
Coarsely chop the walnut kernels.
- 3
Melt the butter in a heavy bottomed pot and add the flour and salt.
- 4
Toast the flour over medium low heat for 18 minutes, stirring constantly, until light brown.
18 min18:00 - 5
Stream the warm molasses mixture into the pot and stir quickly so it does not clump.
- 6
Thicken the helva for 8 minutes, add the walnut kernels, and stir for 2 more minutes.
10 min10:00 - 7
Shape Tokat Zile molasses helva with a spoon and serve after resting for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00
💡 Tip: Toast the flour in butter until it reaches an almond color; if it stays pale, raw flour aroma overpowers the molasses.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Offer Tokat Zile molasses helva in small portions with Turkish coffee and optional plain walnut pieces.
Nutrition (per serving)
~330
kcal calories
6
g protein
48
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 7%Carbs 56%Fat 37%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Tree nuts
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Tokat Zile Molasses Halva make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Tokat Zile Molasses Halva take?
Prep 12 minutes, cooking 32 minutes, including 8 minutes of passive resting; 52 minutes in total.Is Tokat Zile Molasses Halva difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Tokat Zile Molasses Halva have?
Approximately 330 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 48g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Tokat Zile Molasses Halva contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Tokat Zile Molasses Halva need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.
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