Fig and Rose Water Turkish Coffee Delight

A sweet Turkish coffee treat with fragrant rose water and fresh figs

Love Turkish coffee? This Fig and Rose Water Turkish Coffee Delight combines the rich tradition of Turkish coffee with sweet figs and delicate rose water. It's a heavenly blend that brings together the boldness of coffee with subtle floral notes and fruity sweetness.

This recipe uses finely ground Turkish coffee and just a touch of cardamom for that authentic taste. The combination of fresh figs and rose water creates a delicate balance that makes this treat perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to treat yourself to something extraordinary.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This delightful Turkish treat combines traditional coffee flavors with elegant touches:

Perfect blend of coffee and floral notes
Easy to make with simple ingredients
Unique twist on classic Turkish delight
Great for entertaining guests

Fig and Rose Water Turkish Coffee Delight

A sweet Turkish coffee treat with fragrant rose water and fresh figs

Turkish Coffee, Turkish Delight, Fig Dessert, Rose Water Dessert, Middle Eastern Dessert, Coffee Dessert

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Equipment

8-inch square pan
Parchment paper
Medium saucepan
Wooden spoon
Measuring cups and spoons
Sharp knife

Ingredients

2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons finely ground Turkish coffee
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup powdered gelatin
2 tablespoons rose water
4 fresh figs, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
Powdered sugar for dusting
Additional cornstarch for dusting

Instructions

Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper and dust with cornstarch.
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat until sugar dissolves completely.
Mix cornstarch and gelatin with 1/2 cup cold water until smooth.
Add gelatin mixture to sugar syrup and stir constantly over medium heat.
Add Turkish coffee and cardamom, stirring until mixture thickens (about 15 minutes).
Remove from heat and stir in rose water and chopped figs.
Pour into prepared pan and let cool at room temperature.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Cut into 1-inch squares and dust with powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture.

Pro Tips

Use the finest possible grind for your Turkish coffee
Add rose water gradually to avoid overpowering the coffee flavor
Let the Turkish delight set completely before cutting (at least 4 hours)
Dust your knife with cornstarch before cutting to prevent sticking

Calories: 142kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 64mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 31g, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 0.2mg

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