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Cinnamon Cezerye Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup ground walnuts
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract

Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, sugar, ground walnuts, shredded coconut, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
3. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
4. Add the water, honey, and vanilla extract to the saucepan and stir until well combined.
5. Pour the liquid mixture over the carrot mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Scoop the mixture onto the baking sheet using a tablespoon or cookie scoop.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
10. Serve warm or at room temperature.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
5. Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
Serving size:
This recipe makes about 24-30 cinnamon cezerye.

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 120
Total fat: 6g
Saturated fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 10mg
Total carbohydrates: 17g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Total sugars: 15g
Protein: 1g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
- You can use any other type of nuts instead of walnuts.
- You can use sweetened shredded coconut instead of unsweetened.

Variations:
- You can add raisins or chopped dried apricots to the mixture.
- You can use different spices such as ginger, cardamom, or allspice.
- You can drizzle melted chocolate over the cinnamon cezerye for a decadent touch.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grate the carrots finely to ensure they cook evenly.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion the mixture onto the baking sheet for even-sized cinnamon cezerye.
- Store the cinnamon cezerye in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Storage instructions:
Store the cinnamon cezerye in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
You can reheat the cinnamon cezerye in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes or in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the cinnamon cezerye on a platter and sprinkle with powdered sugar for a festive touch.

Garnishes:
You can garnish the cinnamon cezerye with chopped nuts or shredded coconut.

Pairings:
Serve the cinnamon cezerye with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
These cinnamon cezerye make a great snack or dessert on their own, but you can also serve them with fresh fruit or a cheese plate.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too dry, add a little more water or honey.
- If the mixture is too wet, add a little more shredded coconut or ground walnuts.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash the carrots thoroughly before grating them.

Food history:
Cezerye is a traditional Turkish sweet made with carrots, sugar, and nuts. It is often flavored with cinnamon and other spices.

Flavor profiles:
These cinnamon cezerye are sweet, nutty, and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the cinnamon cezerye as a snack or dessert.

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Region: Turkish

Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Nutty, Cinnamon, Cinnamon-Y