Erzurum Dried Apricot Kaysefesi

Erzurum Dried Apricot Kaysefesi is a dessert prepared using dried apricots, sugar, and butter. The product is closely associated with the province of Erzurum. On the application submitted by the Erzurum Chamber of Commerce on 12.04.2021, it was registered as a geographical indication on 01.10.2024 under registration number 1643.

Product Characteristics

The dried apricots used in the production of this dessert are uniform in size and round in shape. Its main ingredients are dried apricots, sugar, and butter. At the serving stage, coarsely crushed walnuts may be added optionally on top. Erzurum Dried Apricot Kaysefesi has a tradition within the culinary culture of Erzurum, a heritage that establishes the product’s link between its geographical origin and reputation.

Production Method

The following ingredients and preparation method are specified for a portion serving 3–4 people:

Ingredients:

• 200–250 g dried apricots
• 100–110 g butter
• 130–150 g sugar
• 60–70 g crushed walnuts (optional)

Preparation:

1. The dried apricots are soaked in warm water for 15 minutes to soften and clean them, then rinsed.
2. The apricots are placed in a pot with sugar and water.
3. They are cooked over medium heat for approximately 10–15 minutes until softened and the syrup has been absorbed.
4. Butter is added and the mixture is cooked for an additional 2–3 minutes.
5. At serving, melted butter and crushed walnuts may be drizzled optionally on top. The dessert is typically served warm.

Geographical Boundary

The geographical boundary of the product is defined as the administrative boundaries of the province of Erzurum. All production stages of Erzurum Dried Apricot Kaysefesi must be carried out within this geographical boundary due to its established reputation.

Monitoring

Monitoring procedures are coordinated by the Erzurum Chamber of Commerce. The monitoring body consists of three experts appointed from Atatürk University Faculty of Tourism, Department of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts; Erzurum Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry; and Erzurum Chamber of Commerce. Monitoring is conducted annually on a regular basis, and additionally whenever a complaint is filed or deemed necessary. During inspections, the suitability of ingredients used in production, adherence to the prescribed production method, and the correct use of the registered name, logo, and geographical indication emblem are verified.