HARRISSEE (ARAB SWEET CAKE)

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Make and share this Harrissee (Arab Sweet Cake) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ElaineAnn

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups semolina flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup yogurt
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup almonds, peeled and cut in half lengthwise
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Mix semolina flour, sugar, yogurt, baking powder and butter.
  • Pour into greased 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Arrange sliced almonds on top.
  • Bake in oven at 350° for 45 minutes. Top should be slightly brown.
  • For Syrup: In small saucepan, combine sugar, water and lemon juice. Boil for 10 minutes. Let cool. Pour cold syrup over hot cake.

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I can't wait to make this cake again!


Maryam ishaq
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The orange blossom water gives this cake a unique and unforgettable flavor.


TAHA MEMON
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's beautiful and delicious.


Mukesh Kshetri
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great!


aj kal
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Grace Daniel
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I had some trouble finding orange blossom water, but I eventually found it at a specialty grocery store. The cake turned out great and was definitely worth the effort.


Bangla TM
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The cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


O Phonetastic
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was still a good dessert.


leza A S
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I'm not a big fan of orange-flavored desserts, but I decided to give this cake a try and I'm so glad I did! It was surprisingly delicious. The orange flavor was subtle and not overpowering at all.


ShahZain Offical
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great! It was moist and flavorful, and the orange blossom water gave it a nice touch.


Rolna Valcin
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The combination of orange and almond flavors is perfect. I highly recommend it.


Shahid Nadeem
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


VeronicaG777
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This cake was a hit at my dinner party! It was moist and flavorful, and the orange blossom water gave it a unique and delicious taste. I will definitely be making this again.