Hazelnut Turkish Delight
Hazelnut Turkish delight is earthy, rich, and deeply satisfying—a flavour for those who appreciate nutty sophistication. Whole roasted hazelnuts create a creamy, luxurious sensation on the palate with genuine texture and depth. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and halal certified. Contains tree nuts.
Flavour Profile and Tasting Notes
Hazelnut Turkish delight is earthy, rich, and deeply satisfying—a flavour for those who appreciate nutty sophistication. The confection opens with sweetness, then reveals layers of roasted hazelnut character that’s warm, slightly toasted, and genuinely complex. You’ll experience the natural oils of hazelnuts creating a creamy, luxurious sensation on the palate.
Roasted Hazelnuts and Traditional Preparation
Our hazelnut Turkish delight begins with whole hazelnuts—we don’t use hazelnut extract or powder, but instead select premium roasted hazelnuts and incorporate them throughout our cornstarch and sugar base. We maintain our commitment to gelatine-free production, relying on our generation-tested starch-based method. The hazelnuts are distributed evenly through each piece, giving you actual texture and real nut pieces to experience.
Hazelnut Tradition in Eastern European and Turkish Confectionery
While hazelnuts aren’t indigenous to Turkey itself, they arrived via trade routes and became particularly prominent in the confectionery traditions of the broader Eastern Mediterranean. Turkish and Greek confectioners embraced hazelnuts as a luxurious ingredient. Hazelnut represents a bridge between Mediterranean and Central European culinary influences—a fascinating example of how Turkish delight adapted and evolved.
Who This Is For
Hazelnut is for nut lovers. Every piece contains whole roasted hazelnuts, giving it a rich, earthy crunch that sets it apart from the softer varieties. If you enjoy Ferrero Rocher or praline, this is your flavour. Naturally vegan, gluten free, and halal.
Pairs Well With
Hazelnut Turkish delight pairs perfectly with espresso, Amaretto, or dark chocolate. It’s a natural companion to our Almond & Coconut variety for a nut-lover’s box. Try it with a glass of Frangelico for an indulgent treat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does hazelnut Turkish delight contain whole nuts?
Yes. Our hazelnut Turkish delight contains whole roasted hazelnuts in every piece. Please note: this variety is not suitable for anyone with a tree nut allergy. It is, however, naturally vegan, gluten free, and halal.
Is hazelnut Turkish delight vegan?
Yes. All Sultan Delights varieties are vegan. Our hazelnut Turkish delight is made with cornstarch, sugar, and whole roasted hazelnuts — no gelatine, no dairy, no animal products.
What’s the texture like?
It’s a combination of soft, chewy lokum and crunchy roasted hazelnut. The contrast in textures is what makes this variety so distinctive and moreish.
Ready to Try Hazelnut Turkish Delight?
Add Hazelnut to your custom box. 50 pieces, any combination, £22.95 including UK delivery.
Ingredients
- Sugar
- Hazelnuts
- Corn Starch
- Cream of Tartar (E336)
Frequently Asked Questions
Our hazelnuts come from Turkey, which produces over 70% of the world's hazelnuts. Turkish hazelnuts, particularly from the Black Sea region (Giresun, Ordu, Trabzon), are renowned worldwide for their buttery texture, high oil content, and superior quality. The Giresun Quality hazelnuts are considered the world's finest. These hazelnuts have been grown in Turkey for over 2,300 years and are naturally dried in the sun, giving them their distinctive rich flavour.
Unlike chocolate-covered hazelnuts or pralines that bury the nut under coating, our Hazelnut Turkish Delight lets the natural richness of whole roasted hazelnuts shine through. The soft lokum base enhances rather than masks the nut's smooth, earthy flavour. You experience the contrast between creamy, chewy Turkish Delight and crunchy roasted hazelnut in every bite. It's a completely different texture and taste experience.
Yes. Hazelnuts have been used in Turkish confectionery for centuries. While hazelnuts arrived via trade routes rather than being native to Turkey, they became particularly prominent in Turkish and Greek desserts like baklava, şekerpare, and revani. Using whole hazelnuts in Turkish Delight is a traditional practice that showcases the nut's natural character. Hazelnut represents a bridge between Mediterranean and Central European culinary influences.
Hazelnut pairs beautifully with Turkish coffee or dark roast coffees, where the richness complements the coffee's complexity. It also works wonderfully with strong black teas like English breakfast or Assam. For an indulgent pairing, try it with hot chocolate, espresso, or even Frangelico liqueur. The earthy, nutty character stands up well to bold, robust drinks.
For a nut-lover's selection, pair Hazelnut with Almond & Coconut. For contrast, combine it with lighter flavours like Rose or Lemon. For a sophisticated, luxurious box, try Hazelnut alongside Original and Cinnamon. The earthy richness of Hazelnut balances well against both delicate floral notes and warming spices.
Yes. Only two of our ten flavours contain nuts: Hazelnut (contains hazelnuts) and Almond & Coconut (contains almonds). All other eight flavours (Rose, Mint, Lemon, Strawberry, Ginger, Cinnamon, Clove, and Original) are completely nut-free. If you have a tree nut allergy, simply avoid Hazelnut and Almond & Coconut when creating your custom box.