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Sekerpare

A classic Turkish dessert featuring tender semolina cookies topped with whole almonds and soaked in lemon syrup.

45 minMediumServes 8380 cal/serving

TurkishDessertOven and StovetopVegetarianSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2.5 cups water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup fine semolina
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 16 blanched almonds

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 2 cups granulated sugar, 2.5 cups water, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat, boil for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and cool completely.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet.

  3. 3

    In a mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter and 1/4 cup sifted powdered sugar until smooth and light.

  4. 4

    Mix in 2 large eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract until well combined.

  5. 5

    Add 1/2 cup fine semolina, 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, and 1 tsp baking powder, stirring until a soft dough forms.

  6. 6

    Divide dough into smooth round balls, place on the prepared sheet, and press 16 blanched almonds into the centers.

  7. 7

    Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown.

  8. 8

    Pour the cooled syrup over the hot cookies right out of the oven and let sit for 2 hours to absorb fully.

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Questions

What is Sekerpare?

A classic Turkish dessert featuring tender semolina cookies topped with whole almonds and soaked in lemon syrup. This reference files it under Turkish dessert: made in the oven and on the stovetop, rated medium and about 45 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Sekerpare?

As written, 45 minutes: 20 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 8 (2 hours): "Pour the cooled syrup over the hot cookies right out of the oven and let sit for 2 hours to absorb fully." That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

What temperature do I cook Sekerpare at?

For Sekerpare, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 2. The longest stretch at that heat is 2 hours, in step 8.

Is there a substitute for powdered sugar in Sekerpare?

The entry for Sekerpare calls for 1/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted. In its place: Blend granulated sugar with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup until fine.

Can I make Sekerpare dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Sekerpare is 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Sekerpare vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened and 2 large eggs. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

Does Sekerpare contain tree nuts?

Yes: 16 blanched almonds. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy, eggs and tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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