RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE CYPRUS CAKE

Pasteli is a traditional Cyprus sweet that combines the delicious flavor of sesame seeds with the sweetness of honey.

Pasteli Ingredients:

250g sesame seeds

200g honey

Pasteli preparation step by step:

In a skillet, toast sesame seeds over medium heat, stirring constantly, until lightly browned and fragrant. This should take around 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

In a small saucepan, heat honey over low heat until liquid and smooth.

Add the toasted sesame seeds to the hot honey and mix well to combine.

Line a tray with baking paper and pour the sesame seed and honey mixture onto the paper. Spread the mixture evenly with a spatula or knife.

Let the Pasteli cool and harden at room temperature for at least 1 hour.

Cut the Pasteli into square pieces or into bars, and enjoy this delicious Cypriot sweet!