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Basbousa

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This popular Middle Eastern dessert features a moist semolina cake soaked in fragrant sugar syrup. The addition of coconut gives it a unique texture and flavor, while the rose or orange blossom water in the syrup provides a beautiful floral aroma.

Prep Time15 min
Cook Time40 min
Servings12 pieces

Equipment

9x13 inch panSaucepanMixing bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Mix semolina, sugar, yogurt, butter, coconut and baking powder.
  2. 2
    Spread in greased pan. Score diamond shapes and place almond in each.
  3. 3
    Bake at 180°C for 35-40 minutes until golden.
  4. 4
    Make syrup by boiling sugar, water and lemon juice for 10 minutes.
  5. 5
    Add rose water. Pour hot syrup over hot cake. Let absorb before serving.

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