Mini TAHAN Halva Cocoa 30g

The plain tahan halva, made richer. The mini cocoa halva takes the same sunflower tahini base that defines Bulgarian tahan halva — slow-kneaded, fibrous, mildly sweet — and adds cocoa, turning it darker, slightly more bitter, and considerably more indulgent. From Zaharni Zavodi’s Sweet Times (Sladki Vremena) halva range in a 30g single-serve format: the same hospitality-ready mini size as the MINI Turkish Delight, built for coffee service, event tables, and gift baskets. Imported from Bulgaria.

About Bulgarian Cocoa Tahan Halva

Bulgarian tahan halva is made from sunflower seed paste (tahan) rather than the sesame tahini used in Middle Eastern halva — a distinctly Balkan and Eastern European tradition that produces a lighter colour, more delicate crumb, and subtler nuttiness than its sesame counterpart. The cocoa variant adds unsweetened cocoa to this sunflower tahini base, creating a darker, richer confection that carries the same soft, fibrous, pull-apart texture as the classic plain halva but with an additional bittersweet chocolate depth.

Zaharni Zavodi’s Sweet Times (Sladki Vremena) is the company’s dedicated halva sub-brand, carrying the same production heritage as their lokum and candy range: traditional slow-knead method, chuven (soapwort) extract aerating agent for the characteristic layered interior, and nearly a century of halva-making expertise in Sofia. The 30g mini format is a recent addition to the range, purpose-built for the same single-serve hospitality market as the MINI Turkish Delight products.

The Cocoa Mini vs. The Plain Halva (TH420)

The plain Tahan Halva (SKU: TH420) is a 380g retail block — a household purchase, sliced by hand, kept in the kitchen. The cocoa mini (SKU: TH cocoa) is a sealed 30g single-serve bag — a hospitality and event portion, opened at the table, no slicing or serving utensils required. The two products also differ in flavour: the plain halva is mild and nutty, a clean expression of sunflower tahini; the cocoa version adds a bittersweet note that makes it more dessert-like and pairs more naturally with coffee and chocolate-forward accompaniments.

How to Use the Mini Format

The 30g bag is designed for one-sitting consumption — open, break or slice directly from the bag, eat alongside coffee or tea. For restaurants and cafés: serve one bag alongside a coffee or espresso as a complimentary Bulgarian sweet, as an alternative to the mini lokum; the cocoa halva is a richer, more substantial pairing. For event and wedding catering: mix cocoa mini halva and plain mini lokum bags in a favour bowl — two different traditional Bulgarian sweets, two textures, one Bulgarian sweet table with zero preparation. For gift baskets: the sealed cocoa mini bag is a compact, culturally specific addition that complements rose candy and Turkish Delight with a completely different texture register. At a case of 48, the cocoa mini is priced for volume service.

Quick Facts

✓  Brand: Zaharni Zavodi — Sladki Vremena (Sweet Times) halva range, Sofia, Bulgaria
✓  Type: Mini cocoa tahan halva — sunflower tahini base with cocoa
✓  Format: 30g single-serve sealed bag — hospitality / event / gift
✓  Plain sibling (full size): Tahan Halva Plain 380g (SKU: TH420)
✓  Main ingredient: Sunflower tahini (NOT sesame) — with cocoa
✓  Ingredients: [CONFIRM FROM PACKAGING — cocoa version will include cocoa powder]
✓  Allergens: [CONFIRM FROM PACKAGING — may contain sesame, celery, soy, nuts, peanuts]
✓  Net weight: 30g
✓  Origin: Bulgaria (imported)
✓  UPC: 3801056050035
✓  SKU: TH cocoa  (literal space between TH and cocoa — enter exactly)

Bulgarian Serving Tip

Place one sealed cocoa mini halva bag on the coffee saucer alongside a Turkish coffee or espresso — the slight bitterness of the cocoa halva and the bitterness of the coffee are natural counterparts, each softening the edge of the other. For a Bulgarian sweet table with visual contrast, arrange cocoa mini halva bags alongside the MINI Turkish Delight Rose (pink) and MINI Turkish Delight Plain (white) — three textures, three colours, three Zaharni Zavodi traditions on one display surface. Slice a small piece directly from the 30g bag as a sampler on a plate.

Pairs perfectly with: Tahan Halva Plain 380g (SKU: TH420), MINI Turkish Delight Plain (SKU: SLokmini), MINI Turkish Delight Rose (SKU: SLokmini1).

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this differ from the plain Tahan Halva (TH420)?
Two differences. Flavour: the cocoa mini adds cocoa powder to the sunflower tahini base, creating a darker, bittersweet note absent from the plain variety. The plain (TH420) is mild and nutty; the cocoa is richer and more dessert-like. Format: TH420 is a 380g retail block — a household or restaurant supply item sliced by hand. This cocoa mini is a 30g sealed single-serve bag — a hospitality portion, ready to place on a saucer or pack into a favour bag without any preparation.

Is this sesame halva or something different?
This is sunflower tahini halva — the distinctly Bulgarian variety made from roasted sunflower seed paste rather than sesame. Most halva sold internationally (including Israeli, Middle Eastern, and Greek halva) uses sesame. Bulgarian tahan halva uses sunflower, which produces a lighter, more delicate texture and a subtler, nuttier flavour. The cocoa version adds depth to this sunflower base without changing the underlying Bulgarian character of the confection.

What gives Bulgarian halva its distinctive fibrous, layered texture?
The characteristic pull-apart, ribbon-like interior of properly made Bulgarian halva comes from chuven extract — a natural aerating agent derived from the soapwort plant (saponaria). When folded into the hot sugar-and-tahini mixture during the slow-knead process, chuven creates the tiny air pockets and fibrous layers that distinguish authentic halva from compressed or industrially produced versions. This technique has been in use in Bulgarian halva production for generations.

Can I buy these in bulk for an event or restaurant?
Yes — the standard case is 48 bags. For larger event or wholesale quantities, contact Malincho at 1-866-203-3525 or [email protected]. The 30g mini format is specifically sized for complimentary service alongside coffee, event favour distribution, or inclusion in gift baskets without the need for cutting, plating, or utensils.

How should the mini halva bags be stored?
Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature, away from humidity and direct sunlight. Do not refrigerate — cold temperatures harden the sunflower oil in the tahini and change the texture. The sealed bags are shelf-stable for several months; check the best-before date on the case. Once a bag is opened, consume within a day or two for best texture — halva dries slightly once exposed to air.