Best 3 Turmeric Cake Sfoof Recipes

Turmeric cake sfoof is a traditional Persian sweet cake that is made from a combination of flour, turmeric, eggs, sugar, and other spices. This delicious cake has a vibrantly yellow color and a unique flavor that is sure to impress your taste buds. It is often served during special occasions and is also a popular treat to enjoy anytime. If you're looking for a unique and flavorful dessert to try, then turmeric cake sfoof is the perfect choice for you.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SFOOF SEMOLINA AND TURMERIC CAKE

Sfoof Semolina and Turmeric Cake image

This cake has density to it, it can be served vegan by substituting extra virgin olive oil for butter and water for milk, it will taste just as good. Traditionally its cut in small squares and each square has a pine nut or blanched almond, I've served it with toasted sesame seeds when I wanted Sfoof and was out of pine nuts and almonds. You can omit the anise, however the flavor adds a little sweetness and takes it to another level. I absolutely love this cake and I hope you will too! Sfoof is great served with tea or coffee for breakfast.

Provided by Gypsy Queen Cuisine

Categories Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup fine semolina
1 tablespoon anise seed, toasted and ground
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon tahini
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup warm water or 1 cup milk
5 tablespoons of cold butter or 5 tablespoons room temp extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
pine nuts (to garnish) or blanched almond (to garnish)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F, grease a deep rectangular pan 81/4 x121/4 x2 inches deep with a tablespoon of tahini.
Mix the semolina, flour, baking powder, anise and turmeric in a bowl,.
Add the olive oil or butter in small pieces and with your hands mix well until all well combined ( I use a cheese shredder for the butter instead of cutting them in small bits).
In a separate bowl combine warm water or milk and sugar and stir until its dissolved.
Add the syrup to the flour mixture and beat with a hand beater for 5 minutes.
Pour into baking pan, sprinkle with sesame seeds, pine nuts or blanched almonds whichever you fancy!
Bake for about 35 minutes or until the cake has risen and is cooked inside. Test with a toothpick and if it comes out dry the cake is done. Remove from the oven and allow to cool, then cut into diamonds or squares and serve at room temperature This cake will keep for a week if its stored in a sealed container in a cool place.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 99.6, Carbohydrate 54.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 18.9, Protein 5.5

SEMOLINA TURMERIC CAKE (SFOOF)

Semolina Turmeric Cake (Sfoof) image

A Lebanese dessert that is not overly sweet. It is pleasing to the American palate due to its lack of rose water and orange blossom essence, found in most Middle Eastern desserts. Sahteyn! (Bon appetit!)

Provided by Lara

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Middle Eastern Lebanese

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 ½ cups semolina flour
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ⅛ cups white sugar
1 cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon pine nuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch round baking pan.
In a small bowl, mix semolina, flour, turmeric and baking powder. Set aside.
In a large bowl, stir milk and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add flour mixture and oil and beat with an electric beater at medium speed for 5 minutes. This step is essential, do not use any shortcuts.
Pour into a prepared 9 inch round pan. Sprinkle top with pine nuts. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes, or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 1.6 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 69.5 mg, Sugar 19.7 g

TURMERIC CAKE - SFOOF

Turmeric Cake - Sfoof image

This is a Lebanese (Middle Eastern) cake-like dessert. Easy and delicious. Originally Sfoof is made with semolina but this is an easier version and for me, a much tastier one. Give it a try!

Provided by Cosette Khoryati

Categories Other Desserts

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 c all purpose flour
2 c sugar
3/4 c vegetable oil
1 1/4 c milk
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground turmeric
2 tsp ground aniseed
1 tsp rose water
3/4 tsp orange blossom water
1 1/2 Tbsp sesame seeds
2 Tbsp tahini paste

Steps:

1. -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. -Grease an 11 inch pan with tahini paste. -Mix all ingredients together, leaving the sesame seeds aside. -Pour the mixture in the baking pan, then sprinkle the top with the sesame seeds. -Bake until toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Tips:

Use fresh turmeric root for the best flavor.
Peel and grate the turmeric root before using.
You can use either all-purpose flour or cake flour.
Be sure to sift the flour before adding it to the batter.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the grated turmeric, ginger, and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the flour to the batter, alternating with the milk.
Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking pan.
Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

Conclusion:

Turmeric cake is a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist and flavorful, with a beautiful golden color. The turmeric gives the cake a slightly spicy and earthy flavor, and the ginger and vanilla add a touch of sweetness. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.