Revani (Greek Semolina Cake) Recipe

Name: Revani (Greek Semolina Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the cake; 1 cup flour; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 1 cup fine semolina (or Farina); 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick); 1 cup sugar; 3 eggs, separated (reserve whites); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 lemon, zest of; 1 cup milk; 1 pinch salt; For the syrup; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1 1/2 cups water; orange zest; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; For serving; powdered sugar; ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup almonds, blanched, lightly toasted, and chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

For the cake
1 cup flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup fine semolina (or Farina)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
1 cup sugar
3 eggs, separated (reserve whites)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 lemon, zest of
1 cup milk
1 pinch salt
For the syrup
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups water
orange zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
For serving
powdered sugar
ground cinnamon
1/2 cup almonds, blanched, lightly toasted, and chopped (optional)

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["Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F.", "Grease the bottom and sides of a 9""x13"" pan.", "In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, semolina, and baking powder.", "Use a mixer to cream the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.", "With the mixer still running, add the eggs one by one. Continue mixing until a light yellow color.", "Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest.", "Clean the beaters and whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.", "Using a spatula, carefully fold the egg whites into the batter until just incorporated. The best way to do this carefully is to add the eggs in thirds.", "Pour the batter into the pan, using the spatula to smooth it out, and bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.", "Meanwhile, make the syrup by adding the water, sugar, and orange peel to a sauce pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.", "Add the lemon juice and allow to cool.", "Once the cake has finished baking, pour the syrup over it while the cake is still warm.", "When the cake has cooled, sprinkle with powdered sugar, cinnamon, and the almonds."]

1059

kcal

Calories

Fat

160

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the cake, 1 cup flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, 1 cup fine semolina (or Farina), and more.

Yes, Revani (Greek Semolina Cake) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Revani (Greek Semolina Cake)

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