Celestial Turkish Delight

Celestial Turkish Delight

Explore our delicious vegan Turkish delight recipe, perfect for a romantic or celebratory dessert.

Time: Prep: 15 minutes - Cook: 20 minutes - Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Turkish, Vegan

Allergens

Nuts (Pistachios)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup soy milk
  • 2 tbsp rosewater

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice over medium heat. Whisk until well combined and cook until the mixture thickens, about 8 minutes.
  2. Stir in chopped pistachios and remove from heat. Let it cool for 5 minutes.
  3. Divide the mixture evenly into two bowls. In one bowl, gently fold in cocoa powder and soy milk to create a rich chocolate version. In the other bowl, maintain the traditional rose infused flavor.
  4. Using a piping bag, alternate layers of the chocolate and rose versions on individual plates, creating swirls that intertwine like celestial bodies.

Chef’s Insight

The contrast between the chocolate and rose flavors creates a captivating fusion of textures and tastes.

Notes

You may need to adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your sauce.

Cultural or Historical Background

Turkish delight has been a cherished dessert in Turkey for centuries, with different variations and fillings.