Pasteli (Greek Honey Sesame Bars)

Pasteli (Greek Honey Sesame Bars) takes only 15 minutes to make and seconds to devour. Enjoy with coffee or tea.

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Pasteli (Greek Honey Sesame Bars)

Course: Snacks, desserts, sweetsCuisine: Greek

Servings

16

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Ingredients

• 200g Sesame Seeds

• 200g Honey

• Lemon Zest

Directions

• Toast Sesame Seeds in a frying pan.
• Once toasted, remove from heat and pour seeds into a bowl.
• Pour honey into the pan and allow to bubble.
• Once it bubbles, add the sesame seeds back and stir.
• Prepare a baking dish with baking paper and pour the sesame seeds and honey mixture into the dish.
• With the back of a spoon evenly press the mixture down.
• Step 6 is much easier to do with your hands, but allow the mixture to cool down slightly before attempting.
• Allow the mixture to rest for 15 minutes before removing it from the dish and cutting into pieces.

Recipe Video

Notes

• Pay close attention when toasting your sesame seeds as they can quickly go from white to black. Toss or stir with a wooden spoon consistently to get an even golden brown colour.

Commonly Asked Questions

Are sesame bars good for you?

There are many recipes on the internet that contain a lot of added sugars, however, this Pasteli (Greek Honey Sesame Bars) recipe doesn’t contain any artificial sugars. The sweetness comes from the honey with no additional sugars. It’s a healthy alternative to typical sesame snaps and other candy bars. BUT, like with everything, it’s always best in moderation.

Are sesame seeds a superfood?

Many experts consider sesame seeds a superfood because it boasts health-promoting properties. According to NDTV.com sesame seeds promote the following:

• Hair Growth
• Anti-ageing
• Boosts Skin & Dental Health
• Boosts Digestion
• Good Source of Energy
• Stabilizes your blood pressure
• Boosts bone health.

You can read more about it here.

What are the benefits of honey?

Healthline considers the following the top 6 raw honey benefits:

• A good source of antioxidants
• Antibacterial and antifungal properties
• Heal wounds
• Phytonutrient powerhouse
• Help for digestive issues
• Soothe a sore throat.