Instructions

1. 1

   In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, orange peel, and cinnamon stick.

2. 2

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn it off after 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely while you prepare the cake.

4. 4

   Separate the egg whites from the yolks and place them in two separate mixing bowls.

5. 5

   Add the sugar to the egg whites and beat until stiff peaks form.

6. 6

   In the bowl with the egg yolks, whisk together the Greek yogurt, orange juice, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

7. 7

   Gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the whipped egg whites.

8. 8

   Sift the flour, semolina, baking powder, and salt directly into the bowl with the egg mixture.

9. 9

   Gradually fold everything together until fully combined, being careful not to overmix.

10. 10

    Preheat your oven to 160°C (fan-forced).

11. 11

    Grease the bottom and sides of a 32 x 22 cm rectangular baking pan with butter, then lightly dust with semolina.

12. 12

    Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.

13. 13

    Bake the cake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

14. 14

    Pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot cake.

15. 15

    Let your Ravani rest for a few hours to absorb the syrup fully and cool down before serving.