HARISSEH (MIDDLE EASTERN SWEETS)
My Auntie shared this recipe with me. When I first had a look at the ingredients I wondered how such a strange combination of ingredients would taste. It turned out beautifully sweet!
Provided by LadyS
Categories Desserts
Time 1h40m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stir together semolina, baking powder, 1/2 cup sugar, and chopped almonds until evenly blended. Stir in yogurt, vegetable oil, and rose water until a soft dough forms. Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and allow to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Press the dough into a 10-inch square baking dish, and smooth the top. Score the top of the dough to create 15 1-inch squares, then top each square with an almond half.
- Bake in preheated oven until the top has puffed and turned golden brown, about 20 minutes. The harisseh is done when the top is golden, and the center has firmed. When done, remove from the oven, and allow to cool in the pan for 20 minutes.
- While the harisseh is cooling, pour water and 2 cups of sugar into a saucepan. Bring to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon of rose water and lemon juice, then remove from the heat.
- To serve, cut the warm harisseh into 15 squares, and place onto a large serving platter; pour the rose water syrup over, making sure all of the pieces are moist.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 53.1 mg, Sugar 34.1 g
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SaadAli Ali
[email protected]These sweets are a great way to introduce your kids to Middle Eastern cuisine. They're sweet and delicious, and they're also a good source of nuts and spices.
anik sarker
[email protected]These sweets are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty. They're made with healthy ingredients and they're not too high in calories.
Tamaii
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of these sweets. They're not too sweet and they have a nice nutty flavor. I highly recommend them.
Nizam Pandya
[email protected]These sweets are a great gift idea. I often make them for friends and family members and they always appreciate them.
Cyndi Kashow
[email protected]I love making these sweets for special occasions. They're always a crowd-pleaser and they look very impressive.
Caleb reuben
[email protected]These sweets are a great way to use up leftover nuts and spices. I always have some on hand and they're always a hit with my family and friends.
Michael ulysse
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these sweets without any problems. The instructions were very clear and easy to follow.
Black Wind
[email protected]These sweets were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They're so delicious and unique. I'll definitely be making them again.
Dylan Chilaco
[email protected]I made these sweets for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them. I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Salu Shaban
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the sweets turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. The filling was also very flavorful.
Janukadinsitha Janukadinsitha
[email protected]These sweets were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I did enjoy the crispy phyllo dough and the nutty flavor. Overall, they were a good treat.
Max Sylester
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I was able to use different nuts and spices to create different flavor combinations. They all turned out great!
King EditZX
[email protected]These sweets were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them. They're easy to make and look very impressive. I'll be making them again for sure.
Anriette Els
[email protected]Not a fan of sweets, but these were surprisingly delicious. The combination of nuts and spices was really unique and interesting. I'm definitely adding this recipe to my favorites.
Vivian Jones
[email protected]I've tried many harisseh recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect. My family and friends raved about them!
OG Vicky
[email protected]These Middle Eastern sweets were a delightful treat! The combination of nuts, spices, and honey was divine. I especially loved the crispy phyllo dough. Will definitely make again!