Description
Halawet el Jibn is a traditional Syrian dessert made with semolina, cheese, and flavored with rose water, offering a delightful taste and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fine semolina
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon rose water (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup crushed pistachios (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In another saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the semolina and stir continuously for about 5 minutes until it turns golden brown.
- Gradually add the milk to the semolina mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Add the shredded mozzarella cheese, vanilla extract, and rose water (if using) to the semolina mixture. Stir until the cheese melts and the mixture becomes smooth and stretchy.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased surface or a large plate. Let it cool slightly, then knead it gently until smooth.
- Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into thin rectangles or squares. Place a small amount of crushed pistachios in the center of each piece and roll them up.
- Arrange the rolled pieces on a serving platter. Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with additional crushed pistachios before serving.
Notes
- For a different flavor, try adding a tablespoon of orange blossom water instead of rose water.
- You can substitute the mozzarella cheese with a mix of ricotta and cream cheese for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Syrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg