Homemade Turkish Delight

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
• 1 ½ cups (360ml) water 1 ½ cups (360ml) water
• 1 cup (120g) cornstarch 1 cup (120g) cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons rosewater 2 tablespoons rosewater
• Food coloring (optional) Food coloring (optional)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting Powdered sugar, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 0g, 0g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 35g
• Protein: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
2. 2.
   In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with ½ cup of water until smooth and free of lumps.
3. 3.
   Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan while stirring continuously.
4. 4.
   Add the lemon juice and rosewater to the saucepan and continue stirring until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
5. 5.
   If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to the mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
6. 6.
   Grease a square baking dish and pour the mixture into it, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. 7.
   Allow the Turkish Delight to cool at room temperature for at least 4 hours or until set.
8. 8.
   Once set, cut the Turkish Delight into small squares or rectangles.
9. 9.
   Dust the pieces with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Cornstarch — Make sure to dissolve the cornstarch completely in water before adding it to the saucepan to avoid lumps in the final product.

Tips & Tricks

• To add a twist to the traditional recipe, you can incorporate different extracts such as orange blossom or almond.
• For a more festive touch, roll the cut Turkish Delight in additional powdered sugar or finely chopped pistachios.
• Store the Turkish Delight in an airtight container to maintain its freshness and prevent it from drying out.
• Experiment with different food coloring to create a vibrant assortment of Turkish Delight.
• If the mixture becomes too thick while cooking, add a small amount of water to achieve the desired consistency.

Serving advice

Serve the homemade Turkish Delight on a decorative platter or in small paper cups for an elegant presentation. It pairs well with a cup of Turkish tea or coffee.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Turkish Delight pieces in a visually appealing pattern on the serving platter. Sprinkle some additional powdered sugar on top for an extra touch of elegance.