Turkish Delight Filo Rolls

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 0

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these Turkish Delight Filo Rolls

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

348

Sugar

36g

Fat

12g

Turkish Delight is a popular confectionery treat that has been enjoyed in Turkey and the wider Middle East for centuries. Made from starch and sugar, and typically flavored with rose or lemon, it has a unique texture that is both chewy and tender. It is often enjoyed during special occasions and holidays. This recipe takes that traditional Turkish Delight and pairs it with filo pastry and pistachios to create a dessert that is both sweet and satisfying. The rolls are rolled up tightly and baked until crispy for a unique dessert experience that is perfect for a dinner party or special occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 175°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2.	In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the water, caster sugar, and rose essence over medium heat until the sugar has completely dissolved.
3.	Increase the heat and bring the syrup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes until it thickens.
4.	Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped pistachios.
5.	Take one phyllo sheet and brush it with melted butter. Repeat with the other sheets.
6.	Cut the filo pastry stack into 8 rectangles.
7.	Take one piece of Turkish Delight and place it at the bottom edge of a filo pastry rectangle.
8.	Spoon some of the pistachio mixture over the Turkish Delight.
9.	Roll the pastry up tightly, tucking the sides in as you go.
10.	Repeat with the remaining Turkish Delight and filo pastry rectangles.
11.	Place the rolls onto the prepared baking tray and brush with any leftover butter.
12.	Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crisp.

PROS

These Turkish Delight Filo Rolls are a unique and sweet dessert that can be enjoyed by all.
The crunchy texture of the filo provides a contrast to the soft, chewy Turkish Delight inside.

The nutty flavor of the pistachios adds depth to the overall taste of these rolls.

CONS

Turkish Delight is a high-sugar food, so it is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Filo pastry can be difficult to work with and may take some time to prepare properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this may not be the healthiest dessert option, the pistachios used in this recipe provide healthy fats and plant-based protein.
Rose essence has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help to protect the body against oxidative stress.

	8 sheets phyllo pastry
	220 g Turkish Delight , bars cut in half lengthways
	40 g butter , melted cooled
	1/2 cup water
	1 tablespoon rose essence
	1 cup caster sugar
	1/2 cup pistachios , chopped