Nigella Lawson Turkish Delight Syllabub
Indulge in the exotic elegance of Nigella Lawson’s Turkish Delight Syllabub, a luscious no-cook dessert that marries fragrant rosewater, zesty lemon, and sweet dessert wine in a cloud of billowy whipped cream. This easy and luxurious recipe caters to your sweet tooth with golden caster sugar, while finely chopped pistachios add a delightful crunch to every spoonful. Dried rose petals, an optional garnish, lend a romantic flourish, making it the perfect centerpiece for special occasions or intimate dinner parties. Ready in just 10 minutes and served chilled, this dessert transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping treat bursting with Middle Eastern-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 125 ml Sweet dessert wine or muscat
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Rosewater
- 75 g Golden caster sugar
- 500 ml Double cream
- 25 g Unsalted pistachios
- 1 tbsp Dried rose petals (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the sweet dessert wine (or muscat), lemon juice, rosewater, and golden caster sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar completely.
Pour in the double cream and begin to whisk the mixture using a hand whisk or an electric mixer. Whisk until the mixture thickens to a soft, billowy consistency. Be careful not to over-whip, as the texture should be light and airy.
Finely chop the unsalted pistachios and set aside. These will add a delightful crunch to the dessert.
Divide the syllabub evenly into small dessert glasses or ramekins. Aim for an elegant presentation, as this dish is all about indulgence.
Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the top of each serving and, if desired, garnish with dried rose petals for an extra touch of visual and aromatic appeal.
Chill the syllabubs in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy this romantic, fragrant dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or a luxurious end to a meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2906 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 255.1 g | 327% | |
| Saturated Fat | 158.1 g | 790% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 659 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.2 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 107.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 734 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
