This Middle Eastern Basbousa Recipe is another one of my favorite experiments. I love trying out new recipes after my travels abroad and when I returned from my trip to Egypt, I definitely had to give this one a try.
A traditional sweet cake made from semolina flour and flavored with coconut, and an orange flower water or a rose water syrup. An extra sweet dessert to serve at a dinner party and although it is very traditional, this cake always sits very well with everyone’s sweet spot!
To make the Basbousa, you will need the following ingredients:
In a medium bowl, mix together the semolina flour, ½ cup sugar, yoghurt, oils coconut, and baking powder. Set aside for 30 minutes.
In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, stir together the water, 1 ¾ cups sugar, and rosewater. Bring to a boil and boil for 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool to a room temperature.
Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
Spread the semolina batter into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan. Slice into squares or diamonds, and place an almond half onto each piece.
Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until brown.
Switch the oven setting to broil, and broil for 2-3 minutes until the top is golden.
Remove from the oven and pour the syrup over the squares. Serve warm.
This Basbousa Recipe is the perfect extra sweet dessert to end your dinner party. If you’re looking for something authentic and traditional with flavors that everybody loves, then this Basbousa Recipe is the one! Try it out and send us a picture of your sweet smiles! Tag #cookmerecipes in your own baking posts!
La Basbousa es deliciosa! Me recuerda a mis viajes en Egipto.
Tasty and simple dessert.
Epic!
Sweet!
Superb basbousa recipe! I made this after trip to Egypt and it reminded me of those sunny days. The semolina and coconut blend perfectly! Everyone loved it at dinner! Can't wait to bake again!
Totally nailed it, love it!
I absolutely loved making Basbousa after my trip to Egypt. The semolina and coconut combined to create a deliciously sweet treat. It was a hit at dinner with my husband, and I felt proud sharing a taste of my travels with him. Will definitely make it again.
OMG, this Basbousa is to die for! I tried it after my trip to Egypt and it brought back all the feels! Super easy to make, and my kids couldn’t get enough. The sweetness and the coconut flavor is just spot on! Totally a hit at our dinner party!
So bomb, wow!
So sweety! Thank you! Verified!
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