Turkish Carob & Sesame Halva Cake with Whipped Labneh & Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle

Name: Turkish Carob & Sesame Halva Cake with Whipped Labneh & Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup tahini (sesame paste); 0.5 cup carob powder; 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil; 0.25 cup honey; 0.5 cup unsalted roasted sesame seeds; 1.5 cups labneh (strained yogurt); 3 tbsp pomegranate molasses; 4 sheets phyllo dough sheets; 0.5 cup pistachios; 0.25 tsp sea salt; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 0.25 tsp ground cardamom

Prep 25 min · Cook 35 min · Serves 4 · medium

Mediterranean Diet

A sophisticated Mediterranean dessert featuring dense, nutty Turkish halva layered with creamy labneh and tangy pomegranate molasses. Natural carob sweetness replaces refined sugar, while sesame and olive oil create rich, complex flavors. Served with crispy phyllo shards and pistachios for textural contrast.

Ingredients

1 cup tahini (sesame paste)
0.5 cup carob powder
0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
Two cups of something delicious
A generous pinch of patience
The secret ingredient
A splash of good olive oil
Fresh herbs, chopped

Instructions

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