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Honey Almond Semolina Cookies

Honey Almond Semolina Cookies: A Warm, Sweet Escape

These Honey Almond Semolina Cookies blend textures and flavors for a delightful treat, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Fine Semolina Flour Provides a unique grainy texture
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Helps balance the semolina
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter or Ghee Adds richness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Sweetens the cookies
  • 1/4 cup Warm Milk Binds the dough
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensures a good rise
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor
For the Honey Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Honey Provides a sweet coating
  • 1/4 cup Water Aids in achieving syrup consistency
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Balances sweetness
For Topping
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds Adds crunchy texture

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the fine semolina flour, all-purpose flour, and baking powder. Gradually pour in the melted butter or ghee and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Stir in the sugar until evenly distributed.
Forming the Dough
  1. Incorporate warm milk and vanilla extract into the flour mixture, stirring until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
  2. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
Prepping for Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Roll the rested dough into 1-tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the lined sheets, gently flattening each ball.
Adding Toppings
  1. Press sliced almonds into the top of each flattened cookie, ensuring they stick well, and space the cookies about 2 inches apart.
Baking the Cookies
  1. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the edges turn golden brown and the centers remain firm yet tender.
  2. Allow them to cool on a wire rack.
Preparing the Syrup
  1. Combine honey, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring gently while simmering for about 5 minutes until thickened.
Glazing the Cookies
  1. Drizzle the warm syrup generously over cooled cookies and allow at least 30 minutes for it to soak in.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They can be refrigerated for 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in a microwave or oven for best taste.

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