Tastes like Galaktoboureko! Creamy Semolina Pudding: An EASY Holiday Dessert Idea!

semolina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornmeal is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar is typically cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a unique flavor, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: oats

Seeds provide crunch and nutrition, while oats are more economical.

Heat water in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling.

Add sugar and stir until dissolved.

Slowly whisk in semolina to avoid lumps.

Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring continuously, until thickened (about 10-15 minutes).

Stir in olive oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well combined.

Pour the mixture into a greased dish and smooth the top.

Let it cool at room temperature until set (about 1-2 hours).

Cut into squares or diamonds for serving.

Sprinkle with cinnamon and top with chopped nuts before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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