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Ayva Tatlısı - Turkish Quince Dessert

Ayva Tatlisi, also known as Turkish Quince Dessert, is a delicious sweet treat that has been enjoyed in Turkey for centuries. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 6 pieces
Calories: 204 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: Turkish

Ingredients

  • 3 quinces
  • 450 ml water
  • 200 g caster or granulated sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 cloves
  • 10 g pistachio and/or kaymak to serve

Instructions

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  1. To prepare the quinces, cut them in half and remove the seeds and cores. Peeling the quinces is optional and I usually leave them on.
  2. Place the quince halves in a pan along with the sugar, water, quince seeds, cinnamon sticks and/or cloves.
  3. Bring the pan to a boil over medium heat, then lower the heat and let the quince halves simmer gently with a lid on for about an hour, or until the quinces are tender and pink.
  4. After cooking the quinces, take them out of the syrup and transfer them to a serving dish. Discard the cinnamon stick and cloves and let the quinces cool down completely before serving.
  5. After the quince halves have cooled down, transfer them to a serving dish and pour some of the syrup over them.
  6. Chill the dish in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight until the quince halves are set.
  7. Serve the ayva tatlisi chilled, garnished with crushed pistachios or /and Turkish clotted cream "Kaymak".

Notes

  • When making Ayva Tatlisi, it's best to use a ripe and fragrant quince that's in season. Since the recipe only requires a few ingredients, it's crucial to ensure that the main ingredient is of high quality.
  • Use a sharp knife to peel and core the quince. Quince fruit is quite firm, so a dull knife will make the process more difficult and dangerous.
  • While poaching the quince, include the seeds and peels in the pan as they contribute a notable reddish hue to Ayva Tatlisi.
  • Be patient when simmering the quince halves in the sugar syrup. The fruit needs to cook slowly and absorb the flavor of the syrup for the dessert to be successful.
  • Serve the dessert chilled for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 204kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.04g Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 9mg (0%) Potassium 229mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 33g (66%) Vitamin A 54IU (1%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 204

% Daily Value*

Calories 204kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 51g 17%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 9mg 0%
Potassium 229mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 33g 66%
Vitamin A 54IU 1%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.