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Easy Basbousa Recipe (Semolina Cake)

Ingredients:

2 cups semolina

1 cup sugar

1 cup plain yogurt

½ cup melted butter or ghee

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp vanilla extract

½ cup shredded coconut (optional)

Almonds or pistachios for garnish

For the Sugar Syrup (Qattar):

1 cup sugar

½ cup water

½ tsp lemon juice

½ tsp rose water or orange blossom water (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Syrup:

In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil.

Add lemon juice and let it simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Remove from heat and add rose water. Set aside to cool.

2. Make the Basbousa Batter:

In a bowl, mix semolina, sugar, baking powder, and coconut.

Add yogurt, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix well into a thick batter.

3. Bake the Basbousa:

Grease a baking pan and pour the batter evenly.

Score into square or diamond shapes and place an almond in the center of each piece.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.

4. Add the Syrup:

Once out of the oven, pour the cooled syrup over the hot Basbousa.

Let it soak for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Serving:

Cut into pieces and enjoy! You can serve with tea or Arabic coffee.

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