Semolina and Coconut Ghriba: A Delightful Eid Treat

Ingredients:

• 3 eggs
• ¾ cup of sugar
• ¾ cup of oil
• A pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon of liquid apricot jam
• 1 cup of high-quality, rich coconut
• Zest of one lemon
• 1 teaspoon of lemon flavoring
• 500 grams of fine semolina
• 2 packets of baking powder
• Special powdered sugar for coating (can add starch for extra texture)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, thoroughly beat the eggs, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
2. Add the oil, apricot jam, lemon zest, and lemon flavoring, and mix well.
3. Incorporate the coconut and mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the semolina and baking powder, mixing continuously until the dough is sticky. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes.
5. Moisten your hands with orange blossom water, shape the dough into small balls, and roll them in the special powdered sugar.
6. Preheat the oven and set it to a low temperature. Place the cookies on a baking sheet.
7. Bake until the cookies crack on the surface and are cooked through.

Enjoy these delightful cookies and savor the joy of Eid with each bite!