Mediterranean Orange Almond Semolina Cake (No Butter, No Yogurt)
A classic Mediterranean-style dessert inspired by Greek & Levant flavors. It’s moist from olive oil, gently sweetened, citrusy, and perfect with tea or coffee.
🕒 Time Required
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 35–40 minutes
Total: ~55 minutes
📝 Ingredients
Cake
1 cup semolina
½ cup almond flour (or finely ground almonds)
½ cup sugar (or honey)
½ cup olive oil
¾ cup fresh orange juice
Zest of 1 orange
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
Orange Syrup (Optional but Mediterranean)
½ cup orange juice
2 tbsp sugar or honey
1 strip orange peel
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Batter
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
Mix semolina, almond flour, sugar, baking powder & salt
Whisk olive oil, orange juice & zest
Combine wet and dry ingredients
2️⃣ Bake
Pour into greased pan
Bake 35–40 minutes until golden
3️⃣ Make Syrup
Simmer orange juice, sugar & peel for 8–10 minutes
4️⃣ Finish
Pour warm syrup over hot cake
Let soak and cool
💡 Tips
Use olive oil, not vegetable oil (real Mediterranean flavor)
Add chopped pistachios or almonds on top
Tastes even better next day
❓ frequently Asked Questions FAQs
Q: Is this heavy?
No, it’s light and moist.
Q: Can I make it egg-free?
This version is naturally egg-free.
Q: Can I reduce sugar?
Yes, syrup can be skipped or reduced.
🥗 Nutritional Information
Calories: 260 kcal
Carbs: 30 g
Fat: 15 g
Protein: 5 g