Turkish Delight (Lokum)

Name: Turkish Delight (Lokum)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 3 1/2 tablespoons powdered sugar; 3 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 cups superfine or baker’s sugar; 1 3/4 cups cold water; 1 medium lemon, (juiced); 1/2 cup cold water; 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 4 3/4 tablespoons powdered gelatin; 1 1/2 teaspoons rose water; 1 to 2 drops red food coloring, (optional); Gold edible glitter, (optional)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:25min

Turkish Delight is a delicately flavored jelly candy typically enjoyed year round with coffee, but is also perfect as part of dessert trays for special holidays and other celebratory occasions. While this recipe is scented with rosewater, other options include vanilla, orange, cinnamon or bergamot.

Updated at: Mon, 13 Jan 2025 06:35:21 GMT