Samali
Samali is a delightful dessert that combines flavors of semolina, sugar, and coconut, creating a sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semolina
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup butter
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the semolina, sugar, grated coconut, baking powder, and melted butter in a mixing bowl.
- Pour in the milk and mix until everything is well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and smooth out the top.
- Bake in the oven for about 30-40 minutes, until golden brown on top.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before cutting it into squares.
- Serve warm, and enjoy the delightful flavors of your homemade Samali!
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute the milk with almond or coconut milk and use a plant-based butter. You can add nuts as a topping for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://recipesunfolded.com/samali/