Simple Semolina Cake in the Oven with Kefir
Fluffy, appetizing, budget-friendly, and perfect for the whole family! Semolina cake with kefir in the oven is a simple recipe based on semolina, which can be quickly baked for a cozy family tea time. The ingredients are usually already in your kitchen. Many home cooks started their culinary journey with semolina cake.
Updated : 01 September, 2025
Easy
About 45 min.
Ingredients
1 cup
Semolina
1 cup
Kefir
1
Eggs
1 cup
Sugar
4 tablespoon
Wheat flour
1 teaspoon
Baking powder
to taste
Vanillin
to taste
Salt
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
Use a measuring cup of 250 ml. Any fat content kefir will do; you may need more than the recipe states. Adjust sugar to taste.
Step 2
In a deep bowl, combine semolina and flour. Mix well.
Step 3
Pour kefir into the semolina-flour mixture and stir until uniform. Let it soak for at least 30 minutes. If too thick or dry, add a bit more kefir.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, beat an egg with sugar using a mixer until light and fluffy.
Step 5
Add the soaked semolina, baking powder, a pinch of vanilla, and salt to the beaten egg. Don’t be afraid to add salt to sweet cakes - it balances the flavor.
Step 6
Mix all ingredients on low speed until smooth. The batter should be flowing but medium-thick. At this stage, you can add dried fruits, fresh or frozen fruits, or berries.
Step 7
Grease a suitable baking pan (I used a 20 cm springform) with a little vegetable oil. Pour the batter into the pan.
Step 8
Bake in a preheated oven at 356°F (180°C) for 35-60 minutes, depending on pan size and oven specifics. Check doneness with a wooden skewer; it should come out clean. Cool completely before removing from the pan.
Step 9
Serve semolina cake with tea, coffee, or milk. Enjoy!