Turkish Delight Bolos de São Gonçalo

Ingredients

In this Turkish-inspired adaptation of Bolos de São Gonçalo, we incorporate the flavors of Turkish delight, a popular sweet treat in Turkish cuisine. The original Bolos de São Gonçalo recipe remains intact, but we enhance it by adding finely chopped Turkish delight to the batter. This addition infuses the cakes with a unique chewy texture and a burst of sweet flavor, reminiscent of the traditional Turkish delight. We alse have the original recipe for Bolos de São Gonçalo, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 3 large eggs 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon rosewater 1 tablespoon rosewater
• 1 tablespoon orange blossom water 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
• 1/2 cup finely chopped Turkish delight 1/2 cup finely chopped Turkish delight
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 36g, 20g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a muffin tin.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, rosewater, and orange blossom water.
4. 4.
   Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. 5.
   Gently fold in the finely chopped Turkish delight.
6. 6.
   Pour the batter into the greased muffin tin, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
7. 7.
   Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean.
8. 8.
   Allow the cakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. 9.
   Once cooled, dust the Turkish Delight Bolos de São Gonçalo with powdered sugar before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Turkish delight — Ensure that the Turkish delight is finely chopped to evenly distribute the sweet bursts throughout the cakes.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of Turkish flavor, sprinkle some crushed pistachios on top of the cakes before serving.
• If you can't find Turkish delight, you can substitute it with other chewy candies like marshmallows or gummy bears.
• Serve the Turkish Delight Bolos de São Gonçalo with a cup of Turkish tea for an authentic Turkish experience.
• These cakes are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Experiment with different flavors of Turkish delight, such as rose or lemon, to create unique variations of this recipe.

Serving advice

Serve the Turkish Delight Bolos de São Gonçalo as a delightful dessert or a sweet treat with a cup of Turkish tea. They can also be served as part of a festive dessert platter.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Turkish Delight Bolos de São Gonçalo on a decorative serving platter and dust them generously with powdered sugar. Garnish with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for an elegant touch.