Halva Tahini Doughnut
A fluffy doughnut filled or topped with rich tahini and sweet halva, bringing Middle Eastern flavors to a classic NYC-style treat.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp tahini paste (added to base dough)
- Tahini glaze (2 cups powdered sugar, 3 tbsp tahini, 3-4 tbsp milk)
- ½ cup crumbled halva for topping
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Add tahini paste to the base dough during mixing.
- After frying, dip in tahini glaze while still warm.
- Immediately sprinkle with crumbled halva before glaze sets.
- Add a light sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Prep Time: 25 minutes (active prep) 1 hour 30 minutes (rising/resting time) Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: About 2 hours
- Use good-quality tahini for the best flavor and smooth texture.
- Crumble halva on top or swirl it into the filling for added sweetness and texture.
- Glaze doughnuts while slightly warm to help toppings adhere.
- Best enjoyed fresh; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day.