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Mini sweet semolina cakes

Recipe by Oum Arwa

Moist mini cakes made with durum wheat semolina, plain yogurt and a light coconut coating. Easy to prepare, they bake in the oven in 12 minutes and are perfect for a snack or a light dessert.

EasyMaghrebServes 10

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Source Video
45m
Prep
12m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 7m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$2.29
Per serving:$0.23

Critical Success Points

  • Dough resting (10 min) for semolina absorption
  • Shape the balls with identical weight
  • Bake at 180°C for 12 min to achieve a golden crust

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with kitchen gloves.
  • Do not touch the tray immediately after baking, it is very hot.
  • Use oil sparingly to avoid splatters.

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