Homemade Armenian Halva

6 servings

30 minutes

Homemade Armenian halva is a delicate and aromatic dessert rooted in Armenian culinary traditions. Simple ingredients—wheat flour, melted butter, sugar, and water—combine into an amazingly soft and crumbly texture with a subtle nutty hint. In ancient times, halva symbolized abundance and hospitality, and today it remains a beloved treat. This sweet dessert pairs perfectly with tea or coffee; it can be enjoyed on its own or served with nuts and dried fruits. Halva is easy to prepare: the flour is roasted with butter until golden brown, then mixed with sugar and hot water until smooth. After cooling, halva acquires a dense texture, becoming a delightful treat for the whole family.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 933.7
• Proteins: 15.4g
• Fats: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 141.4g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 1 kg
• Melted butter: 200 g
• Sugar: 100 g
• Water: 50 ml

Cooking steps

1. Pour the flour into a deep pan and add melted butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 kg
   • Melted butter: 200 g

2. Stir until the contents of the pan turn into a crumbly golden mass.

3. Add sugar and boiling water and continue stirring until a homogeneous mass is obtained.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 100 g
   • Water: 50 ml

4. Place the obtained halva in a mold and let it cool.