Albanian Llokume

==Description==
==Ingredients==
* 2 c Sugar
* 1/2 c cornstarch
* 1 1/2 c water
* 1/2 ts cream of tartar
* 2 tb rosewater OR one of the following to taste:
* - 1/2 ts rose food flavoring
* - 1/4 c fruit juice
* - 1 tb vanilla extract
* - 1 tb orange extract
* - 1 tb creme de menthe liqueur
* food coloring (optional)
* 1/2 c chopped toasted pistachios or almonds (optional)
* confectioner's sugar, granulated sugar, or desiccated coconut for dusting
==Directions==
# Combine Sugar, 1 c water, cream of tartar, and flavoring(s) in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. 
# In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch with remaining water, mix completely, and slowly stir into Sugar mixture. 
# Boil over medium-low heat for 20–30 minutes, until the mixture reaches "Firm-ball stage," or 248 °F (120 °C) on a candy thermometer. 
# Apply non-stick cooking spray to a form (ice cube trays will do nicely, though not plastic ones), shallow pie pan, or jelly-roll pan. 
# Pour the hot mixture into the pan or form and allow to set. 
# When cool, release from form or cut into cubes as applicable and roll each piece in powdered sugar, granulated sugar, or coconut.
# Store at room temperature in airtight container.
Category:Albanian Desserts
Category:Albanian Recipes
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