Traditional Greek delight — chewy, fragrant, and dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sugar
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup water (for syrup)
- 2 cups water (for cornstarch mix)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp rosewater or orange blossom water
- Food coloring (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions:
1️⃣ Dissolve sugar and lemon juice in 1 cup water, boil to 240°F (115°C).
2️⃣ Mix cornstarch with 2 cups water and cook until thickened.
3️⃣ Combine with syrup and stir constantly for 45 minutes until clear and sticky.
4️⃣ Add flavoring and coloring.
5️⃣ Pour into a greased pan, cool, and cut into cubes.
6️⃣ Dust generously with powdered sugar.