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Making homemade Georgian snickers (Churchkhela)

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Churchkhela

Cultural Context

Originating from Georgia, Churchkhela is a traditional sweet treat made from nuts dipped in a thick grape juice mixture. Often enjoyed during harvest festivals, it represents the resourcefulness of Georgian cuisine, turning simple ingredients into a delightful snack. Today, Churchkhela is cherished not only in Georgia but also in neighboring countries, celebrating its unique flavors and textures.

GeorgianGEdessert
120 min
medium
10 servings
Servings4
2 cups grape juice
1 cup corn flour
1 cup flour
1 cup hazelnuts

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide a similar crunch with less fat.

grape juice

🥗Healthier: fresh grape puree

💰Cheaper: apple juice

Fresh puree enhances flavor while apple juice is budget-friendly.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness and depth.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: whole wheat flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds nuttiness.

1

Prepare grape juice from fresh grapes picked yesterday.

2

Sift corn flour and regular flour into the grape juice.

3

Mix well to break up clumps.

4

Boil the mixture until thickened.

5

Dip hazelnuts into the thickened mixture.

6

Hang the dipped hazelnuts on a string to dry.

Cooking Techniques

dippingdryingmixing

Equipment Needed

potstringstrainermixing bowlwhisk

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Georgian SnickersChurchkhelaGeorgian Candle

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