Basbousa Recipe

Basbousa is a delicious and traditional Middle Eastern dessert that’s perfect for sharing with friends and family. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can add different flavors, such as orange blossom water or rose water, or adjust the sweetness level of the syrup. So, go ahead and give it a try. You won’t be disappointed!

Basbousa Recipe

Basbousa is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert that's popular throughout the region. It's a sweet and moist cake made with semolina and soaked in a sweet syrup. Basbousa is typically served as a dessert or snack and is perfect for sharing with friends and family. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make authentic Basbousa.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine Middle Eastern

Servings 4 people

Calories 2400 kcal

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Baking Dish 9x13 Inch
• Saucepan
• Spoon

Ingredients

  

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For The Cake:

• 1 cup Semolina
• 1 cup Unsweetened Coconut Flakes
• 1 cup Plain Yogurt
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract

For The Syrup:

• 1 cup Sugar
• 1 cup Water
• 1/2 Lemon Juiced

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Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 350°F.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the semolina, coconut flakes, sugar, melted butter, plain yogurt, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
• Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and smooth it out with a spoon.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• While the cake is baking, make the syrup. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved.
• Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the syrup thickens slightly.
• When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and pour the syrup over the top. Let it soak for at least 30 minutes.
• Cut the Basbousa into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1recipeCalories: 2400kcalCarbohydrates: 364gProtein: 22gFat: 98gSaturated Fat: 63gCholesterol: 217mgSodium: 277mgFiber: 9gSugar: 316g

Keyword Basbousa, Basbousa dessert, Middle Eastern Dessert

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