Ingredients
Method
- Grease a 9 x 13 casserole dish with tahini.
- Make the Syrup:
- Combine sugar and water in a small sauce pan and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat and simmer on low for an additional 6-8 minutes, until the syrup is slightly thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice and 2 teaspoons of orange blossom water. Set syrup aside to cool.
- Make the cake:
- Mix together semolina flour, 2 teaspoons orange blossom water, melted butter, sugar and salt. Add baking soda and yogurt, followed by the coconut flakes. Stir together until everything is combined well, but don't overmix.
- Spread batter evenly in casserole dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Then score the batter into diagonal pieces. Place a blanched almond in each diamond.
- Bake at 375 degree Fahrenheit for 25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Pour the cooled syrup over the top of the hot cake. Then let the entire cake cool before re-cutting.
Notes
Makes a great dessert, but would also be perfect served in the morning with a cup of orange spice tea!
