Experiencing Serbian Desserts: Ratluk and Vanilice

rosewater

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water offers a similar floral flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat.

Stir until sugar dissolves completely.

Add lemon juice and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry.

Slowly pour the slurry into the boiling sugar mixture, stirring constantly.

Cook for an additional 20-25 minutes until thickened and translucent.

Remove from heat and stir in rosewater and food coloring.

Pour the mixture into a greased pan and spread evenly.

Let it cool at room temperature for several hours or until set.

Cut into cubes and dust with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.

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