Lokum Rolls | Turkish Delight | 10 minutes Dessert Recipe | Turkish Rolls | Sultan Lokumu Rolls

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

Agar-agar is a plant-based alternative suitable for vegetarians.

rosewater

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

Orange blossom water offers a similar floral flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

Stevia is a lower-calorie sweetener.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often less expensive and nut-free.

Soak gelatin in water until softened, about 5 minutes.

In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and water over medium heat.

Stir continuously until mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

Add soaked gelatin, rosewater, and lemon juice; mix until smooth.

Remove from heat and divide mixture into bowls for coloring.

Add food coloring to each bowl and mix well.

Pour the mixtures into a lined baking dish, layering colors as desired.

Refrigerate until set, about 4 hours.

Once set, dust a clean surface with powdered sugar.

Invert the set mixture onto the sugared surface and cut into strips.

Sprinkle with pistachios or coconut flakes, if desired.

Roll each strip tightly and dust with more powdered sugar.

Cooking Techniques

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