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Turkish Delight Coconut Milk Punch

Find the perfect blend of Turkish delight and coconut milk in this enchanting dessert punch. Aromatic spices dance with tropical flavors, creating a sumptuous treat that's both Paleo-friendly and delicious.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 5 minutes - Total: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
🍽 Servings: 2 servings
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Turkish

Allergens

Tree nuts (coconut and pistachio)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 cups full
  • fat coconut milk
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • A pinch of ground cardamom
  • 1 tablespoon rosewater
  • Ice cubes, for serving
  • Edible rose petals and pistachios, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, toast the shredded coconut over low heat until it turns golden brown, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  2. Add the toasted coconut and remaining ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
  3. Chill the punch in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. To serve, pour the chilled punch over ice cubes in two elegant glasses and garnish with edible rose petals and pistachios.

Chef’s Insight

For an extra touch of luxury, consider using a silver tea strainer to pour the punch into the glass, allowing the liquid to cascade through the fine mesh and create a mesmerizing display.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness of this punch according to personal preference by adding more or less sugar.

Cultural or Historical Background

Turkish delight is a traditional Middle Eastern confectionery often made with chopped nuts, dried fruit, and sweetened with sugar or honey. It has been a favorite treat in Turkey for centuries.