Follow these steps for perfect results
whole-milk ricotta
mascarpone
orange flower water
orange zest
large
lemon zest
large
all-purpose flour
confectioners sugar
sea salt
fine
lemon zest
finely grated
sweet butter
chilled and cut into small pieces
egg yolks
large
orange flower water
heavy cream
dark honey
warmed
In a food processor, combine ricotta, mascarpone, orange flower water, orange zest, and lemon zest.
Pulse until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the cheese mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
In a large bowl, mix flour, confectioners sugar, sea salt, and lemon zest.
Cut cold butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Combine egg yolks, orange flower water, and heavy cream.
Quickly mix the liquids into the butter and flour mixture to form a rough dough.
Press the dough into a smooth disk on plastic wrap.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour or freeze for 20 minutes.
Roll the dough between sheets of plastic wrap to 1/4 inch thickness.
Cut out 5-inch circles from the dough.
Place half of the dough circles on parchment-lined baking sheets.
Mound 2 tablespoons of cheese filling in the center of each circle.
Cover with another dough circle.
Fold the bottom circle over the edges of the top circle and crimp to seal.
Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
Remove sebadas from oven.
Brush warm honey over the baked sebadas.
Let them rest for a few minutes, then brush again with honey.
Cool slightly on racks before serving warm or at room temperature.
Expert advice for the best results
For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the pastry dough.
If the dough becomes too sticky, add a little more flour.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla gelato for a complete dessert.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Dough can be made 1 day in advance.
Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with a sprig of mint.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
The sweetness complements the honey.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional Sardinian dessert, often served during holidays and special occasions.
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