Traditional Turkish Delight and Halva Sweet Treats

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water over medium heat.
2. Stir gently until sugar dissolves completely and mixture comes to a boil.
3. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with 60 ml water until smooth and lump-free.
4. Slowly For cornstarch mixture into boiling sugar syrup while stirring continuously.
5. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and becomes translucent.
6. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and rose water for flavor.
7. Grease a small square mold with unsalted butter and For the mixture in evenly.
8. Allow the Turkish delight to cool at room temperature for 4 hours or until set.
9. Dust a clean surface with powdered sugar and turn out the set Turkish delight.
10. Cut into small cubes and toss gently in powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
11. For halva, warm tahini paste in a small saucepan over low heat.
12. Add honey and stir until well combined and smooth.
13. For the halva mixture into a small greased mold and let it cool to room temperature.
14. Dust the halva with powdered sugar once set and cut into pieces for serving.