You will need a food processor and a 20cm/8in springform cake tin to make this recipe. Store Turkish delight in an airtight container in the fridge or in a cool, dry place for up to one month.

Turkish delight (lokum) is a traditional Turkish candy. This recipe is very poplar and you can find this candy in different colors, flavors and with different filling (such as pistachios and almonds).

This recipe is based on starch and sugar, and it’s pretty easy to prepare. You also might recognize Turkish Delight as the candy from The Chronicles of Narnia- The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

Lightly oil a large piece of cling film and press well into your tin or dish, leaving enough overlap on each side to fold over and cover the top of the Turkish delight once made. In a clean ...