Sweet Lebanese Sfouf with Turmeric and Pine Nuts
A delightful sweet cake infused with turmeric and topped with pine nuts.
Sfouf is a popular Lebanese cake known for its vibrant yellow color, thanks to turmeric, and its soft, spongy texture. Delicious as a snack or dessert!
- 1 h 15 min
- 8
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Sfouf Cake
For the Topping
Preparation
Preparing the Batter
Preheat oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Ensure the oven is fully preheated to achieve maximum cake rise.
Combine dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine semolina, flour, turmeric, sugar, and baking powder.
Add wet ingredients
Slowly whisk in milk and vegetable oil until smooth.
Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the semolina to absorb the liquids.
Preparing the Pan
Grease the pan
Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with tahini.
Pour batter
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
Add topping
Sprinkle pine nuts and sesame seeds evenly over the top.
Cooking Process
Baking
Place the pan in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling
Allow the sfouf to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Serving
Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.
Plating & Serving
Sweet Lebanese Sfouf with Turmeric and Pine Nuts
Sweet Lebanese Sfouf with Turmeric and Pine Nuts
Plating & Serving
Slice the sfouf into even squares and arrange them neatly on a serving platter for an inviting presentation.