Turron De Dona Pepa

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 12
Delicious Turron De Dona Pepa recipe for your sweet cravings
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter , cold
3 egg yolks
5 tablespoons anise water
1 lb dark brown sugar ( chancaca )
1/2 cup water
1/4 orange rind ( only orange part )
6 cloves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
246
Sugar
20g
Fat
13g
Turron De Dona Pepa is a traditional dessert from Peru. It's made with simple ingredients such as flour, butter, sugar, and egg yolks. It's sweet, crispy, and spiced with anise water, orange rind, and cloves. The recipe has been passed down from generation to generation making it a staple dessert during festivities and family gatherings. This dessert is typically served during Christmas, but it is enjoyed all year round.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and cold butter until well combined.
2.Add egg yolks and anise water, mix together until the dough becomes smooth and well-combined.
3.Roll the dough, then cut the rolled dough into small sizes.
4.In a separate pot, add dark brown sugar, water, orange rind, and cloves, then cook for 7 minutes over medium heat.
5.Dip the small-sized dough into the cooked dark brown sugar mixture and place it on the greased baking tray.
6.Bake for 5 minutes.

PROS

Turron De Dona Pepa is a delicious treat with a unique flavor that makes it stand out from other desserts.
The combination of different spices and flavors is a delight to the palate.
It is the perfect snack for any occasion.
The ingredients used to make this snack are easily available.

CONS

This dessert contains a high amount of calories and sugar.
It should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The process of making it is time-consuming.
It requires careful attention to details.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is not particularly healthy, but it can be consumed occasionally as a treat. The anise water used in this recipe can help control blood sugar levels, helps improve digestion, and fights inflammation. Cloves are high in antioxidants and are also known to have anti-inflammatory properties.

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