Şekerpare

Indulge in the sweet embrace of Şekerpare, a Turkish dessert made with semolina and walnuts, soaked in a fragrant lemon syrup. Perfect for a cozy afternoon treat or to impress guests at your next gathering.

• 1 cup semolina
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup walnuts
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs, semolina, all-purpose flour, and baking powder to the mixture. Stir until combined to form a soft dough.

4. 4

   Shape the dough into small balls (about the size of a walnut) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flatten each ball slightly and press a walnut piece on top.

5. 5

   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

6. 6

   While the cookies are baking, prepare the syrup by boiling the water, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan for about 10 minutes. Let it cool.

7. 7

   Once the Şekerpare are baked, remove them from the oven and pour the cooled syrup over the hot cookies. Allow them to soak for at least 30 minutes before serving.