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Honey-Soaked Semolina Triangles with Pistachios

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Honey-Soaked Semolina Triangles with Pistachios are a Middle Eastern-inspired dessert featuring golden semolina cake soaked in fragrant honey syrup and topped with crushed pistachios for a moist, aromatic, and visually striking treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup semolina
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or rose water
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup crushed pistachios

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a rectangular or square baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix semolina, flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  3. Add yogurt, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract or rose water. Mix until a thick batter forms.
  4. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  5. Score the surface into triangle shapes.
  6. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Meanwhile, combine honey, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Simmer for 10 minutes, then cool slightly.
  8. Remove the cake from the oven and immediately pour the warm syrup over it.
  9. Let the cake absorb the syrup and cool to room temperature.
  10. Garnish each triangle with crushed pistachios before serving.

Notes

  • Try orange blossom water or cardamom for added aroma.
  • Shredded coconut can add texture to the batter.
  • Use sugar syrup instead of honey for traditional Basbousa flavor.
  • Swap pistachios with almonds or walnuts if preferred.
  • Score before baking for clean, perfect triangle cuts.

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