Cezerye, Mersin Carrot and Walnut Sweets
Chewy, jammy carrot sweets with walnuts, rolled in coconut, a speciality of southern Turkey.
- Time1 hr 15 plus setting
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.28 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Put the grated carrots, sugar and water in a wide, heavy pan. Stir over a medium heat until the sugar dissolves, then bring to a simmer.
- 2
Cook gently for 40 to 45 minutes, stirring often, until the carrots are soft and the mixture is a thick, sticky paste.
43 min 20 s - 3
Stir in the lemon juice and cardamom and cook for 5 more minutes. Stir in the walnuts.
5 min - 4
Spread the mixture into a lined 18 cm square tin and press flat. Cool, then chill for 6 hours or overnight until firm.
360 min - 5
Cut into 12 squares. Roll each one in the desiccated coconut and keep in the fridge.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
