Orange Blossom Namoura: A Home-Style Recipe
Sweets · Makes 16 pieces · Published October 22, 2026
Namoura is a semolina syrup cake with many family variations. This yogurt-based home version uses a restrained amount of orange blossom water.
A home-style variation, not our shop’s formula. These recipes have not been kitchen-tested by Syrian Sweets of America. Check ingredient labels for allergens and kosher suitability.
Ingredients
- 2 cups medium semolina
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp tahini for pan
- 16 almonds
- 1 cup syrup sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp orange blossom water
Method
- Simmer syrup sugar, water and lemon juice 8 minutes. Remove from heat, add blossom water and cool.
- Heat oven to 350°F. Coat a 9-inch square pan with tahini. Mix semolina, sugar and baking powder; stir in yogurt and butter. Rest batter 20 minutes in the pan.
- Score diamonds and top each with an almond. Bake 30–40 minutes until well colored across the top.
- Pour cooled syrup over hot cake in two additions. Let it absorb and cool fully before cutting along the score marks.
A better result
Measure blossom water with a spoon: different brands vary in strength, and too much can taste perfumed.
Serve it together
Pair namoura with dark chocolates to balance textures. Prepared semolina cakes save time for holiday hosting.
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