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Medium 2 hr 12 min~340 kcal 2/10
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Edirne Deva-i Misk Halva
An Ottoman Edirne confectionery halva made with sugar, whipped egg white, and a warm blend of sweet spices.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 20 min📖 1 min readServes 10~280 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
22 min prep 28 min cook 30 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 20 min- Prep22 min
- Resting/Marinating30 min
- Cooking28 min
Ingredients
10 servings
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For the halva
- 3 su bardağı(~600 ml) Granulated sugar
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Water
- 2 adet Egg whites
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Lemon juice
For the spice mix
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Cinnamon
- 0.4 çay kaşığı(~2 ml) Ground ginger
- 0.2 çay kaşığı(~1 ml) Ground cloves
- 0.2 çay kaşığı(~1 ml) Allspice
For the mold
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Rice starch
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Instructions
- 1
Put the granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan and boil until the syrup reaches 118°C.
15 min15:00 - 2
Whip the egg whites in a clean bowl for 4 minutes, until they form a firm foam.
4 min04:00 - 3
Keep whisking while pouring the hot syrup into the egg whites in a thin stream.
- 4
Mix the cinnamon, ginger, ground cloves, and allspice in a separate bowl.
- 5
Add the spice mixture to the halva base and whisk for 6 minutes, until glossy and thick.
6 min06:00 - 6
Lightly coat the mold with rice starch and spread the halva into it.
- 7
Rest the halva at room temperature for 30 minutes, then cut it into small squares.
30 min30:00
💡 Tip: Pour the sugar syrup into the egg whites in a thin stream; if you add it all at once, the whites turn grainy and the halva loses its shine.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Cut Deva-i Misk into small Turkish delight sized pieces and serve as a treat with optional plain Turkish coffee.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~280
kcal calories
3
g protein
65
g carbs
1
g fat
Protein 4%Carbs 93%Fat 3%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Edirne Deva-i Misk Halva make?
This recipe serves 10.How long does Edirne Deva-i Misk Halva take?
Prep 22 minutes, cooking 28 minutes, including 30 minutes of passive resting; 80 minutes in total.Is Edirne Deva-i Misk Halva difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Edirne Deva-i Misk Halva have?
Approximately 280 kcal per serving. Protein: 3g, carbs: 65g, fat: 1g.Which allergens does Edirne Deva-i Misk Halva contain?
This recipe contains Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Edirne Deva-i Misk Halva need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.
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