Easy Syrupy Dessert for Bayram
Ingredients
For the syrup
- 3 cups water
- 3 cups sugar
- 1 slice lemon
For the dough
- 125 ml vegetable oil
- 125 ml yogurt
- 125 grams margarine or butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 cup semolina
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 3 to 3.5 cups flour (add gradually)
For the filling
- As needed walnuts
For the topping
- As needed hazelnuts
Preparation
Prepare the syrup by combining water, sugar, and lemon slice in a pot and boiling for 10 minutes; set aside to cool
In a bowl, mix vegetable oil, yogurt, softened margarine or butter, egg, semolina, baking powder, and vinegar
Gradually add flour and knead the dough until it reaches a soft consistency like an ear lobe
Roll out the dough and add walnuts as a filling between layers
Shape the dough as desired and place on a baking tray
Bake at 170°C for 35 minutes or until golden
Remove from oven and pour the cooled syrup over the hot baked dessert
Tips
Ensure the dough is soft to allow proper syrup absorption; add flour gradually during kneading
Baking time may vary by oven, so check periodically for doneness
