Basbousa is a classic and beloved Middle Eastern dessert, famous for its sweet, moist texture and fragrant syrup. This traditional semolina cake is a staple at celebrations, family gatherings, and holidays across the Arab world. It’s incredibly easy to make, requiring simple ingredients that come together to create a uniquely comforting treat. The signature step of scoring diamond-shaped patterns on the batter before baking not only gives it its distinctive look but also allows the aromatic orange blossom or rose water syrup to soak in deeply, making every bite perfectly sweet and tender.
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Here are the ingredients for traditional Basbousa:
Ingredients:
2 cups coarse semolina
1 cup coconut (optional)
1 cup sugar
1 cup yogurt
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon baking powder
Vanilla
1 egg
Lemon zest
For the syrup (sugar syrup):
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
A small squeeze of lemon juice
1 teaspoon orange blossom water (optional)
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