The Tastiest Turkish Delight Recipe

Name: The Tastiest Turkish Delight Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 4 cups granulated sugar; 4 ¼ cups water (divided); 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 ¼ cups cornstarch; 1 teaspoon cream of tartar; 2 tablespoons rosewater ((optional)); 1 ½ teaspoon raspberry extract; 1 ½ teaspoon orange extract; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ cup chopped pistachios ((optional)); 1 cup powdered sugar; 4-6 drops red food coloring ((optional))

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:1h

The Tastiest Turkish Delight Recipe - Soft, slightly squishy, perfectly sweet Turkish Delight is a classic candy that is incredibly easy to make at home. Customize this recipe with your favorite flavors for the best homemade Lokum AKA Turkish Delight!

Updated at: Fri, 15 May 2026 19:23:16 GMT