Cezerye Recipe

Ingredients

• Carrots – 2 pounds (about 900 grams), peeled and finely grated
• Sugar – 1 to 1¼ cups (200–250 grams), adjust based on carrot sweetness
• Water – 1 cup (240 ml), for caramelizing sugar
• Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon, freshly squeezed to balance sweetness
• Chopped nuts – 1 cup (130 grams), typically walnuts, pistachios, or hazelnuts
• Desiccated coconut – ½ cup (50 grams), for coating the finished pieces
• Ground cinnamon – ½ teaspoon (optional), to enhance flavor depth
• Cardamom powder – ¼ teaspoon (optional), adds a subtle aromatic note