Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Pistachios

   If using, cut the pistachios into small pieces and lightly fry them in a pan until slightly toasted. Set aside.

2. 2.Sift Dry Ingredients

   Place a strainer over a large bowl. Sift the powdered sugar into the bowl, ensuring no lumps. Then, sift the milk powder into the same bowl.

3. 3.Mix Halwa Base

   Add the raw tahini to the bowl with the sifted sugar and milk powder. Mix all ingredients thoroughly by hand until a crumbly, dough-like texture is achieved. The mixture should hold together when squeezed.

4. 4.Mold the Halwa

   Take a silicone mold (or a small pan lined with plastic wrap) and lightly grease it with oil. Press the halwa mixture firmly into the molds, ensuring it's tightly packed. If using pistachios, mix them into the halwa mixture before molding.

5. 5.Chill Halwa

   Cover the mold or container with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the halwa is firm.

6. 6.Melt Chocolates

   Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and microwave again for another 30 seconds until fully melted and smooth. Repeat the process for the white chocolate in a separate bowl.

7. 7.Prepare for Coating

   Take a baking pan and line it with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper to prevent sticking.

8. 8.Coat Halwa in Chocolate

   Remove the chilled halwa pieces from the silicone mold. Dip each halwa piece into the melted dark chocolate, ensuring all sides are coated, then place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining halwa pieces, dipping them in the melted white chocolate.

9. 9.Final Touches and Serve

   Once the chocolate has set, carefully trim any excess chocolate from around the coated halwa pieces for a clean finish. Serve and enjoy your homemade halwa dessert.