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Traditional Greek Quince Spoon Sweet Recipe (Kidoni Glyko) – Aromatic Homemade Dessert

If there is one dessert that captures the aroma, tradition, and nostalgia of Greek kitchens, it is the classic Greek quince spoon sweet, known as Kidoni Glyko. This beautiful preserve transforms humble quinces into a fragrant, ruby-colored delicacy with floral notes, crunchy almonds, and a syrup that tastes like honey. In Greece, spoon sweets are traditionally served in a small dish with Greek yogurt or a glass of cold water, offering guests a warm and sweet welcome. The secret to this recipe is the natural pectin extracted from quince peels and seeds, which creates a perfect syrup without artificial thickeners. Let’s make this authentic Greek quince dessert step by step. Ingredients 3 pounds (1.4 kg) quinces (you will need about 2 pounds / 1 kg after cleaning) 800 g white sugar (about 20% less than traditional recipes) 2 cups (500 ml) water 1 sprig geranium leaves (arbaroriza) + 3 tender tops Juice of ½ lemon 140 g whole blanched almonds Instructions 1. Prepare the Almonds Either boil...