Greek Rose Petal Spoon Sweet with Almonds

Name: Greek Rose Petal Spoon Sweet with Almonds
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 20 small servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Rose petals; Granulated sugar; Water; Lemon juice; Blanched almonds; Water; Rosewater

A fragrant and delicate Greek dessert

Indulge in the aromatic and exquisite flavors of this traditional Greek spoon sweet made with rose petals and almonds. A delightful treat perfect for any occasion.

3 h 30 min
20 small servings
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Rose Petal Mixture

Rose petals

100g, washed and dried

Granulated sugar

500g

Water

150ml

Lemon juice

Juice of 1 lemon

For the Almonds

Blanched almonds

50g, sliced

For the Rosewater Syrup

Water

200ml

Rosewater

1 tbsp

Preparation

Marinating the Rose Petals

Toss roses with sugar

Toss the rose petals with half the sugar in a bowl.

Use freshly picked, pesticide-free rose petals for the best flavor and aroma.

Rest

Let them rest for 2 hours to release their natural oils.

Stir occasionally

Stir occasionally for even marination.

Preparing the Almonds

Toast almonds

Lightly toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet until golden.

Cool

Set aside to cool.

Check doneness

Ensure almonds are not overly browned to maintain flavor.

Cooking Process

Simmer rose petals

Combine marinated rose petals with the remaining sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan, and bring to a simmer over medium heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Simmer on medium heat and stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Prepare rosewater syrup

In a separate pot, combine water and rosewater, and simmer for 5 minutes to create a syrup.

Use low heat to preserve the delicate rose aroma.

Incorporate almonds

Add toasted almonds to the rose petal mixture and stir well. Cook for an additional 10 minutes to integrate flavors.

Ensure almonds are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Plating & Serving