Semolina Cake With Orange Confites Recipe

Discover the art of Greek baking with this stunning No-Bake Semolina Cake! This refreshing dessert features a creamy semolina base, delicately infused with orange flavor, and adorned with vibrant homemade candied orange segments and zest. Using organic oranges elevates the taste to a whole new level. While there's a 5-hour chilling time, you can easily prep the candied oranges ahead – making this show-stopping dessert surprisingly simple to create. Prepare to impress with this elegant and utterly delicious Greek-inspired treat!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 345 mins
Calories 584.2 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Semolina Cake With Orange Confites

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How to Make Semolina Cake With Orange Confites

  1. Prepare the candied oranges (see separate recipe or prepare the day before):
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. Add thinly sliced oranges and simmer gently for about 1 hour, or until tender.
  4. Remove oranges and place on a wire rack to cool and dry completely. Reserve the syrup.
  5. Combine semolina, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
  6. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
  7. Stir in orange zest.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and vanilla extract.
  9. Add egg mixture to the semolina mixture, mixing well.
  10. Gently fold in the candied orange segments.
  11. Pour batter into a greased 8x8 inch square baking dish or similar mold.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 5 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cake to set completely.
  13. Once chilled, garnish with additional candied orange rind if desired, and serve chilled.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

286g

Fat

49g

Carbs

33g