Arabic basbousa of semolina and sweet syrup
What does it include?
Ingredients
- 200 g of fine semolina
- 100g sugar
- 100 g of natural yogurt
- 100 g melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 50 g almonds to decorate
- 3 tablespoons rosewater sugar syrup
How to prepare it step by step?
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Mix the semolina, sugar, baking powder, melted butter, and yogurt until you obtain a homogeneous dough.
- Pour the mixture into a greased mold and smooth the surface.
- Mark the dough into squares or rhombuses and place an almond in each portion.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Meanwhile, prepare a syrup with water, sugar, and rose water, boiling until it thickens slightly and has a syrupy consistency.
- When the basbousa is out of the oven, pour the hot syrup over it, allowing it to soak in.
- Let cool before cutting and serving.
Full description
Indulge in the aromatic allure of Arabic basbousa, a semolina cake delicately flavored with rose water and adorned with crunchy almonds. This traditional Middle Eastern dessert offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, with a moist, tender crumb and a sweet, fragrant syrup that seeps into every bite. Perfectly balanced, the nutty semolina pairs beautifully with the floral notes of rose water, creating a sensory experience that is both comforting and exotic. Enjoy this timeless treat with a cup of tea or coffee, and savor the rich cultural heritage it represents.
