Turron with cream and walnuts
4 servings
40 minutes
Turron with cream and walnuts is an exquisite dessert inspired by Italian culinary traditions. Its roots go back centuries when pastry masters created sweets capable of warming the soul. The delicate combination of caramelized honey, airy egg whites, and thick cream gives this treat a refined texture and soft sweetness. Walnuts add a rich flavor and pleasant crunch, while wafer sheets make turron convenient for serving. This dessert pairs perfectly with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a glass of sweet wine, creating a harmony of flavors. Turron not only delights the taste but also holds the cozy essence of old Italian celebrations where sweet treats symbolized joy and family warmth.
1
Dissolve sugar in water, boil until the sugar crystals are completely dissolved, add honey, and cook on low heat until the mass turns golden-brown.
- Water: 0.5 glass
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Honey: 330 g
2
Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Whip the egg whites into a stable foam, gradually adding cream and powdered sugar.
- Egg white: 6 pieces
- Cream 30% fat: 1 tablespoon
- Icing sugar: 2 tablespoons
3
Then add the whipped egg whites to the honey-sugar mixture.
- Egg white: 6 pieces
4
Bring the mixture to a boil twice, then reduce the heat and cook, stirring, for 15-20 minutes.
- Honey: 330 g
5
Add nuts, mix, and spread the resulting mass on the waffles, cover with the second half of the waffles, press down, and leave to set in the refrigerator.
- Walnuts: 500 g
6
You can wrap the turon in foil before putting it in the refrigerator.
- Vanilla essence: to taste
