Turkish roll

Turkish roll with coconut and whipped cream: a refined and tasty dessert

If you are looking for a quick and easy dessert that impresses with its exotic flavor, Turkish roll is the perfect choice. This recipe combines the velvety texture of the cream with the rich flavors of coconut and ground nuts, resulting in a culinary delight that will please any sweet tooth. Let’s begin our culinary journey!

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:
- 500 ml milk
- 100 g sugar
- 75 g flour
- 25 g butter
- 1 vanilla essence
- 100 g coconut
- 100 g ground nuts
- 200 ml liquid cream

Preparation:

1. Boil the milk: In a pot, bring 250 ml of the total milk to a boil. It is important that the milk is fresh, and if you prefer, you can use whole milk for a richer cream.

2. Prepare the sugar and flour mixture: In a bowl, combine the sugar with the flour. These ingredients will form the base of your cream, so make sure to mix them well to avoid lumps.

3. Mix with cold milk: Add the remaining 250 ml of cold milk to the sugar and flour mixture. Gently stir with a whisk to obtain a homogeneous mixture. This step is essential to avoid lumps during boiling.

4. Heat the mixture: When the milk in the pot starts to boil, pour the flour and milk mixture into the pot, stirring constantly. This will help thicken the cream. Continue stirring until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.

5. Add the flavors: Once the cream has reached the desired consistency, remove the pot from the heat and add the butter and vanilla essence. Mix well until the butter completely melts and the flavors blend.

6. Incorporate the nuts: Add the coconut and ground nuts into the obtained cream, stirring with a spatula to distribute them evenly. The nuts will add a crunchy texture and a delicious flavor.

7. Cool the cream: Let the cream cool to room temperature, then cover it with cling film and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. This will help firm up the cream and make rolling easier.

8. Whip the cream: While the cream is cooling, whip the liquid cream until stiff peaks form. This will become an essential element to add a soft and airy layer to your roll.

9. Assemble the roll: Once the cream has cooled, take a tray and spread an even layer of cream on a plastic wrap. Add a generous layer of whipped cream on top of the cream.

10. Rolling: Using the plastic wrap, start rolling the cream from one end to the other, forming a roll. Make sure to roll tightly but carefully to avoid breaking the cream.

11. Final cooling: Once the roll is formed, wrap it well in cling film and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up well.

12. Serving: Cut the roll into generous slices and serve it with a dollop of whipped cream on top or with a berry sauce for a contrast of flavors.

Personal suggestion: Add a few slices of banana between the layers of cream and whipped cream for an extra note of freshness and an exotic flavor.

This Turkish roll with coconut is not only a simple dessert but also a memorable culinary experience. Whether you serve it on a special occasion or as a delicious snack, it will surely be appreciated by the whole family!