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Pale golden rose petal semolina squares with dried pink petals and honey on white marble

Rose Petal Semolina Squares

Fine semolina squares scented with rose water and topped with dried rose petals. Firm on the outside, tender inside, and ready in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 155
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g fine semolina
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp fine salt
  • 90 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 180 g full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.5 tbsp rose water food-grade
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp dried culinary rose petals plus extra for topping
  • 2 tbsp honey, for drizzling optional, over warm squares
  • as needed butter or oil, for greasing

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 180 C / 355 F. Grease a 20 cm / 8-inch square baking pan and line the base with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the fine semolina, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. Add the melted butter, Greek yogurt, eggs, rose water, and vanilla extract. Stir with a wooden spoon until a thick, smooth batter forms with no dry pockets.
  4. Fold in 1 tbsp of the dried rose petals. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes so the semolina absorbs the moisture.
  5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Use a sharp knife to lightly score the top into 16 squares (4 rows by 4 rows). Press the remaining dried rose petals gently into the surface along the score lines.
  7. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until the top is pale golden and a skewer inserted at the center comes out with a dry crumb.
  8. Remove from the oven and, if using, drizzle honey evenly over the hot surface. Leave to cool completely in the pan, at least 30 minutes.
  9. Cut along the scored lines into 16 squares and lift out carefully with a palette knife or offset spatula.

Notes

Nutrition is estimated per square (1 of 16) without the optional honey drizzle. Rose water strength varies by brand, so taste the batter before adding the full amount.