Low Sodium Sesame Candy

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a guilt-free twist on a classic treat—Low Sodium Sesame Candy! This easy-to-make recipe delivers a delightful balance of rich nutty flavor and delicate sweetness, all without the added salt. Made with toasted sesame seeds, golden honey, and a touch of vanilla, this crunchy candy is perfect for those seeking a healthier snack alternative. The key to its crisp texture is achieving the perfect hard crack stage, a simple yet rewarding candy-making technique. With just a handful of pantry staples and under 30 minutes of effort, you’ll create a batch of irresistibly crispy, golden sesame treats. Ideal for gifting, snacking, or adding to your favorite dessert board, this low sodium sesame candy proves that indulgence can be both delicious and mindful.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Toasted sesame seeds
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, and water. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 3

Insert a candy thermometer into the saucepan and cook the syrup until it reaches a temperature of 300°F (hard crack stage). Avoid stirring while the syrup is cooking.

Step 4

Once the syrup reaches 300°F, remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract and butter until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Immediately add the toasted sesame seeds to the syrupy mixture and stir well so the seeds are evenly coated.

Step 6

Quickly transfer the sesame mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a greased spatula or the back of a spoon to spread the mixture out evenly into a thin layer, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 7

Allow the candy to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, break the sesame candy into bite-sized pieces.

Step 8

Store in an airtight container. The sesame candy can be enjoyed for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(367.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1588.1

Total Fat 98.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 180.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 133.6g
Protein 27.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1510.7mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 826.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 40.6%