Semolina Cake with Orange Syrup (Ravani)

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, semolina flour, sugar, and baking powder.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and orange zest.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

While the cake is baking, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, orange juice, cinnamon stick, and lemon juice.

Bring the syrup to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Remove the cinnamon stick.

Once the cake is out of the oven, let it cool for 5 minutes. While the cake is still warm, slowly pour the warm syrup over the top, allowing it to soak in completely.

Let the cake cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.