Description
Basbousa is a delightful Middle Eastern dessert that embodies joy and celebration, especially during Eid. This moist semolina cake is infused with coconut, drenched in a rich sugar syrup, and topped with crunchy almonds, making it an irresistible treat for any gathering. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, Basbousa is sure to transport you to festive moments filled with warmth and love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fine semolina
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup blanched almonds (for topping)
- 1/2 cup water (for syrup)
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (for syrup)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a square baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together semolina, sugar, baking powder, and coconut flakes until well combined.
- Add yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix into a thick batter.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared dish and score diamond shapes on top. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- While it bakes, prepare the syrup by boiling water and sugar together; add lemon juice after boiling for five minutes.
- Pour the warm syrup over the hot Basbousa once baked. Allow it to soak before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: - Let the semolina mixture rest for at least 30 minutes for better texture. - For variations, consider adding orange blossom water or different nuts on top.