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Almond Honey Semolina Cake Recipe

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This Almond Honey Semolina Cake is a moist and fragrant dessert combining the nuttiness of almonds with the sweetness of honey, baked to perfection using semolina and yogurt for a unique texture.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup semolina
  • 1/2 cup ground almonds
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

  • Whole or slivered almonds for garnish
  • Additional honey for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cake evenly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine semolina, ground almonds, and baking powder, stirring thoroughly to distribute the leavening agent.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt, eggs, honey, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding them together gently to form a consistent batter without overmixing.
  5. Prepare Baking Pan: Grease an 8-inch round baking pan with butter or oil, then pour the batter evenly into the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cake is golden on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Drizzle: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack. Drizzle additional honey over the top and garnish with whole or slivered almonds before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the semolina used is fine or medium grind for a better texture.
  • You can substitute plain yogurt with Greek yogurt for a denser cake.
  • Honey quantity can be adjusted based on your sweetness preference.
  • For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and use a plant-based yogurt.
  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake light and tender.

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