Meyer Lemon Turkish Delight

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 2

Meyer Lemon Turkish Delight recipe with a sweet citrusy flavor

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

18g

Fat

Meyer Lemon Turkish Delight is a delicious sweet treat that is popular all around the world. It originated from Turkey and is often served with a cup of Turkish coffee or mint tea. The sweet citrusy flavor of Meyer Lemon is a perfect addition to this dessert, creating a refreshing taste. The soft and chewy texture of this candy is achieved using unflavored gelatin and requires only a few simple ingredients. Meyer Lemon Turkish Delight can also be used to decorate cakes and cupcakes, making it a versatile dessert option.

Instructions

1.	Sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water in a small bowl. Stir and let stand to soften.
2.	Mix the sugar, salt, and hot water in a medium saucepan.
3.	Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
4.	Stir in the gelatin mixture and continue stirring until the gelatin dissolves.
5.	Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest.
6.	If using, add a few drops of yellow food coloring to reach desired color.

PROS

Meyer Lemon Turkish Delight has a soft, chewy texture with a citrus and floral flavor that is sweet and refreshing.

It’s perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth craving.

CONS

This recipe uses a lot of sugar, so it’s not recommended for those watching their sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Meyer Lemon Turkish Delight can be high in sugar, but it contains antioxidants from the lemons which may promote good health.
Also, as a gelatin-based dessert, it may improve joint pain, skin, hair, and nail growth.

	3 envelopes unflavored gelatin
	1/2 cup cold water
	2 cups sugar
	1/8 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cup hot water
	2 large meyer lemons , juice and grated rind
	yellow food coloring ( optional )
	confectioners ' sugar