Greek Rose Petal Spoon Sweet with Almonds
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
For the Almonds
For the Rosewater Syrup
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.
Prepare rosewater syrup
In a separate pot, combine water and rosewater, and simmer for 5 minutes to create a syrup.
Incorporate almonds
Add toasted almonds to the rose petal mixture and stir well. Cook for an additional 10 minutes to integrate flavors.
Plating & Serving
Greek Rose Petal Spoon Sweet with Almonds
Greek Rose Petal Spoon Sweet with Almonds
Serving
Serve the spoon sweet in small, decorative dishes or crystal glassware to highlight its vibrant color and rich texture.