Namoura (Egyptian Honey Cake)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 8

A sweet and delicious Egyptian Namoura recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

375

Sugar

20g

Fat

20g

Namoura is a traditional Egyptian cake made with cream of wheat, sugar, and yogurt. It is a sweet and fragrant dessert that is often served during holidays or special occasions. Namoura is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients, making it a popular option for home bakers. The cake is typically topped with almonds and a sweet honey syrup that gives it a sticky, crunchy texture. It can be enjoyed warm or cold, and is often served with tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the cream of wheat, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder.
3.	In another bowl, melt the butter and then add it to the cream of wheat mixture. Mix well.
4.	Add the yogurt to the mixture and stir until well combined.
5.	Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and smooth out the top with a spatula.
6.	Using a knife, lightly score the surface of the cake into diamond-shaped pieces.
7.	Place an almond in the center of each diamond-shaped piece.
8.	In a small bowl, mix together the honey and 1/4 cup of warm water.
9.	Pour the honey mixture over the surface of the cake.
10.	Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

Namoura is a sweet and delicious cake that can be enjoyed with tea or coffee.

It is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It may not be suitable for people on a low-carb or low-sugar diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Namoura is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutritious ingredients.
Cream of wheat is a good source of iron and B vitamins, and almonds are high in healthy fats and fiber.
However, because this recipe contains a lot of sugar and butter, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	4 cups cream of wheat
	1 1/4 cups butter
	1 cup sugar
	1/2 teaspoon baking soda
	1/2 teaspoon baking powder
	1 1/4 cups plain yogurt
	1/2 cup blanched almond
	1/4 cup honey