Rose Water Turkish Delight
Delicate, floral confections with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these rose water Turkish Delights are a classic Middle Eastern treat—perfect for gifting or savoring with tea on special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½ cups granulated sugar
- 1½ cups water
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin (or 2 tbsp powdered gelatin)
- 1½ tsp rose water (high-quality)
- 2 drops red food coloring (optional, for pink hue)
- ½ cup confectioners’ sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Line a 9-inch cake pan with foil, leaving overhang. Lightly coat with non-stick spray.
- In a large pot, stir together sugar, water, and gelatin. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in rose water and red food coloring if using.
- Pour mixture into the prepared pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight until set.
- Sprinkle a cutting board with confectioners’ sugar. Flip the set jelly onto the board and peel off the foil.
- Slice into cubes using a sharp knife.
- Roll each piece generously in confectioners’ sugar to prevent sticking.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Use authentic rose water for the best flavor—avoid artificial alternatives.
- Constant stirring during cooking prevents burning and ensures smooth texture.
- Chill thoroughly before cutting for neat, firm cubes.
- Generous confectioners’ sugar coating helps prevent stickiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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