Sivrihisar Höşmerim Tatlısı

Sivrihisar Höşmerim Sweet is a traditional dessert specific to the Sivrihisar district of Eskişehir province, prepared by roasting full-fat cream (kaymak), flour, and a small amount of salt.

Sivrihisar Höşmerim Sweet belongs to the product group of bakery and confectionery items, dough products, and sweets. It has been registered by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office as a "geographical indication." A geographical indication is a mark that identifies a product as originating from a specific region, area, or country, where its distinctive quality, reputation, or other characteristics are essentially attributable to that origin. This confirms that the reputation and distinctive features of Sivrihisar Höşmerim Sweet are intrinsically linked to the Sivrihisar region.

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Sivrihisar Höşmerim Sweet holds an important place in the culinary culture of Sivrihisar and is typically served fresh immediately after meals, prepared by roasting. It is also offered as part of the meal consumed on holiday mornings at the home of the family elder. The cream used in its production is full-fat cream obtained from cow’s milk and also used in butter making. The pH level of cow’s milk cream is higher than that of sheep or goat milk creams, meaning it is less acidic, and due to its lower fat and solid content, it has a lighter texture.

Traditionally, Sivrihisar Höşmerim Sweet is served with grape molasses made from grapes grown in the Sivrihisar region. Alternatively, it may be consumed in three different ways depending on preference: with syrup, without syrup, or with milk jam. While the production method remains unchanged, variations in presentation stem from local consumption preferences and habits.

The required ingredients and the production method for four servings are outlined below:

• 300 grams full-fat cream (kaymak)
• 3 glasses of flour
• A pinch of salt
• Grape molasses (for serving)

1. Place 300 grams of full-fat cream in a pan and melt it over medium heat while continuously stirring to prevent burning.
2. As soon as the cream is fully melted and begins to bubble, add 3 glasses of flour.
3. Continue stirring slowly over low heat using a wooden spoon. Occasionally stop stirring and gently shake the pan to allow a crust to form on the bottom, then resume stirring to prevent burning.
4. When fully cooked, the roasted flour will dry out and begin to flake off.
5. At this stage, spread the roasted flour evenly across the pan using the back of the spoon, reduce the heat significantly, and allow the bottom layer to brown and form a crust for approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
6. Then, flip the mixture using a flat lid so that the other side can also brown and form a crust in the same manner.
7. Once both sides are cooked, transfer the dessert to a serving plate, cut into four portions, drizzle with grape molasses, and serve warm.

The application for the geographical indication registration of Sivrihisar Höşmerim Sweet was submitted by the Sivrihisar Municipality. The application, numbered C2019/180, was filed on 12 November 2019. Following the evaluation process, the product was officially registered as a "geographical indication" on 28 September 2020 under registration number 547. The registrant’s address is recorded as Republic Neighborhood, Süleyman Demirel Street No:1, Sivrihisar, Eskişehir.

The use of the logo and emblem bearing the designation "Sivrihisar Höşmerim Sweet" under the geographical indication registration is subject to specific regulations. These marks must appear on the product itself or its packaging. In cases where the marks cannot be placed on the product or packaging, they must be displayed prominently within the production facility where they are easily visible.