RCI-DS.003.0001.001
Albanian Llokume
Albanian Llokume from the Recidemia collection
Prep15 min
Cook20 min
Total35 min
Servings4
Difficultyadvanced
Ingredients
- 2 unit
- c cornstarch1/2 unit
- 1 1/2 unit
- ts cream of tartar1/2 unit
- tb rosewater OR one of the following to taste:2 unit
- - 1/2 ts rose food flavoring1 unit
- - 1/4 c fruit juice1 unit
- - 1 tb vanilla extract1 unit
- - 1 tb orange extract1 unit
- - 1 tb creme de menthe liqueur1 unit
- food coloring (optional)1 unit
- c chopped toasted pistachios or almonds (optional)1/2 unit
- confectioner's sugar1 unitgranulated sugar, or desiccated coconut for dusting
Method
1
Combine the sugar and water in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, stirring gently until the sugar is fully dissolved.
5 minutes
2
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the syrup to a boil without stirring, using a pastry brush dipped in water to wash down any sugar crystals from the sides of the pan.
3 minutes
3
Continue cooking the syrup until it reaches the soft-ball stage, approximately 115–120°C (240–248°F) on a candy thermometer.
10 minutes
4
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool slightly for 2–3 minutes until it begins to thicken and turn opaque around the edges.
3 minutes
5
Stir the mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon until it becomes thick, white, and creamy, pulling away from the sides of the pan.
8 minutes
6
Pour the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined tray and spread it evenly to a uniform thickness of about 1–2 cm.
2 minutes
7
Allow the confection to cool and set completely at room temperature until firm enough to cut.
60 minutes
8
Cut the set llokume into small squares or rectangles and generously dust all sides with confectioner's sugar before serving.
5 minutes