Muscat Halva

Directions

1. Mix the flour, sugar, water, and pink food coloring together, then gently heat the mixture while constantly stirring to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan. ≈ 3 min
2. It can be prepared in a rice cooker, as this eliminates the need to stand and monitor it for several hours. ≈ 3 min
3. The electric rice cooker can be placed on a flat surface and used while sitting down. ≈ 3 min
4. After approximately 1 to 5 minutes of constant stirring, the dough begins to thicken. ⏱ 5 min
5. I want to emphasize that the temperature needs to be very low. ≈ 3 min
6. At this point, we add the saffron, which has been previously infused in a small amount of water, along with the cinnamon. ≈ 3 min
7. About an hour later, we add the almond paste. ≈ 3 min
8. From there, we gradually add the butter, one spoonful at a time. ≈ 3 min
9. We mix thoroughly each time to ensure the butter is fully incorporated into the mixture. ≈ 3 min
10. Don’t rush, preparing this dessert cream takes about 3 to 3 hours and 30 minutes, but it’s worth the effort. ⏱ 3 hr
11. The cream begins to separate from the container, and once it is completely separated, it is ready. ≈ 3 min
12. Then, quickly transfer it to a dish and spread it out with the back of a spoon to achieve a thickness of about 1 centimetre. ≈ 4 min
13. Once it has cooled slightly, you can cut it into diamond shapes or any other shape you prefer. ⏱ ≈ 20 min