Peanut halva in chocolate

8 servings

120 minutes

Chocolate-covered halva with peanuts is a harmony of flavors and textures inspired by Turkish culinary traditions. Its roots trace back to ancient Eastern sweets, where halva was a symbol of wealth and pleasure. The nutty flavor of peanuts, the tenderness of honey, and the silkiness of cocoa butter create a luxurious base. The glaze made from grated cocoa and honey adds richness and noble bitterness, while the vanilla pod highlights delicate aromatic notes. This treat not only delights the taste but also nourishes thanks to its natural ingredients. It can be served with tea or coffee, offering a moment of true enjoyment. Chocolate halva embodies simplicity and sophistication, suitable for both festive menus and everyday treats.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 158.9
• Proteins: 6g
• Fats: 12.4g
• Carbohydrates: 5.9g

Ingredients

• Honey: 25 g
• Cocoa butter: 25 g
• Peanut: 150 g
• Cocoa: 35 g
• Vanilla pod: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. To make simple halva, we need the first three ingredients from the list: peanuts, honey (about 2 tablespoons), cocoa butter (20 grams).

   Required ingredients:

   • Peanut: 150 g
   • Honey: 25 g
   • Cocoa butter: 25 g

2. Grind the peanuts to a uniform consistency in a blender or coffee grinder, add honey (thick honey can be slightly warmed), and melted cocoa butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Peanut: 150 g
   • Honey: 25 g
   • Cocoa butter: 25 g

3. Mix everything very thoroughly, pack into molds (I pressed into muffin molds bought at Fix Price, about 24-25 grams each) and put in the refrigerator for about 1-2 hours! While our tasty and healthy halva takes the desired shape and density, we can prepare the glaze.

4. For the chocolate, we need the following three ingredients: cocoa butter (25 grams), cocoa powder (35 grams), honey (about 1 tablespoon heaped) and a vanilla pod (you can optionally add half of the contents of one pod).

   Required ingredients:

   • Cocoa butter: 25 g
   • Cocoa: 35 g
   • Honey: 25 g
   • Vanilla pod: 1 piece

5. Grate the cocoa butter and cocoa powder, or simply chop them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cocoa butter: 25 g
   • Cocoa: 35 g

6. Melt cocoa butter and cocoa powder in a water bath.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cocoa butter: 25 g
   • Cocoa: 35 g

7. Add honey to the melted cocoa butter and cocoa powder, mix everything until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Honey: 25 g
   • Cocoa butter: 25 g
   • Cocoa: 35 g

8. We take the halva out of the fridge, dip it on both sides in the chocolate mass while it's still warm, place it on a tray, and send it to the fridge to set (the chocolate may harden, so you can just warm it up a bit in a water bath and mix well).

   Required ingredients:

   • Peanut: 150 g
   • Honey: 25 g
   • Cocoa butter: 25 g
   • Cocoa: 35 g