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Turkish Delight (Lokum)

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Description

Easy-to-make, deliciously chewy, rose-flavored candy that's a wonderful accompaniment to Turkish coffee or afternoon tea.

Ingredients:

  • Sugar syrup:
  • 4 cups (800g) sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • Cornstarch paste:
  • 1 cup (125g) cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 2 cups water
  • Flavoring and color:
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons rose water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 drops pink or red food coloring
  • Finishing:
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar