Heavenly Turkish Delight Mocktail
This Paleo-friendly dessert features a heavenly fusion of traditional Turkish delight flavors in a refreshing and elegant mocktail. Perfect for any gathering, this recipe brings the taste of Istanbul to your table with its unique blend of spices and natural sweetness.
Allergens
Nuts (almonds)
Ingredients
- 1. 2 cups water 2. 1 cup granulated sugar 3. 1 tablespoon lemon juice 4. 1 cinnamon stick 5. 1/2 teaspoon cardamom pods, crushed 6. 1 cup chopped apricots (dried) 7. 1/2 cup almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped 8. 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 9. Ice cubes 10. Lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by making the syrup. In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, and cardamom pods. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool. Once cooled, strain out the solids and discard them.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped apricots, coarsely chopped almonds, and fresh mint leaves. Pour the cooled syrup over the mixture and let it soak for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator to allow flavors to meld.
- To prepare the mocktail, fill two glasses with ice cubes. Pour a generous amount of the apricot almond mixture into each glass. Top off with the remaining syrup until desired sweetness is reached.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel and serve immediately.
Chef’s Insight
This mocktail showcases the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, making it an excellent choice for any occasion.
Notes
This recipe is ideal for those following a Paleo diet due to its natural ingredients and lack of processed sugars.