Homemade Pumpkin Turkish Delight: A Sweet Autumn Treat
As the autumn leaves begin to fall, embrace the season’s flavors with a delightful homemade treat. Yemek.com presents an easy-to-follow recipe for Pumpkin Turkish Delight, a perfect accompaniment to your coffee or a charming addition to your guest table.
This recipe, shared by @yaseminchef, transforms the beloved pumpkin into bite-sized delights that are ideal for combating sweet cravings or impressing guests.
Ingredients:
- 300 grams steamed pumpkin
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons (heaping) wheat starch
- 1 cup water
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
- For the Base: 1/4 cup shredded coconut
Instructions:
- Blend the steamed pumpkin with granulated sugar, starch, and water until smooth. Transfer this mixture to a saucepan.
- Add lemon juice, vanilla sugar, butter, and walnuts. Cook over medium heat for approximately 15-20 minutes until the mixture becomes transparent and thick.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut onto a baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the Turkish delight mixture over the coconut and let it chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- Once the delight has cooled and set, sprinkle a mixture of starch and powdered sugar on top and bottom. Cut into small squares.
- Coat each piece again with the starch mixture and serve. Enjoy!
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
