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Turkish Delight Frozen Treats

Find the perfect dessert recipe for a refreshing and elegant frozen treat that combines Turkish delight with creamy mascarpone cheese.

πŸ•’ Prep: 20 minutes - Cook: 10 minutes - Total: 30 minutes + freezing time
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Turkish

Allergens

Dairy, Nuts

Ingredients

  • 12 pieces of store
  • bought or homemade Turkish delights, cut into bite
  • sized cubes
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pistachios, chopped
  • Rose petals, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and forms a light syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together heavy cream, mascarpone cheese, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the cooled sugar syrup while continuing to whisk until well combined.
  3. Fold in the cut Turkish delights gently into the mixture. Transfer the mixture to a shallow dish or individual serving cups and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Before serving, garnish with chopped pistachios and rose petals. Enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

This recipe is inspired by the classic Turkish delight, bringing its flavors into a frozen dessert that is perfect for hot summer days.

Notes

The key to this recipe is using good quality Turkish delights and allowing enough time for freezing.

Cultural or Historical Background

Turkish delights have been enjoyed in Turkey for centuries, often given as gifts during festive occasions and celebrations.