Basbousa |Arabic Basbousa| Suji (Rava)Cake Recipe #Basbousa#desert #mummykitchen00#cake#cakerecipes

Basbousa |Arabic Basbousa| Suji (Rava)Cake Recipe #Basbousa#desert #mummykitchen00#cake#cakerecipes

Basbousa recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

2 cups semolina

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup plain yogurt

1/2 cup melted butter or vegetable oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)

1/4 cup almonds or blanched almonds (for garnish)

For the Syrup:

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

1 cup water

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon rose water or orange blossom water (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Syrup

1. In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

2. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.

3. Add the lemon juice and rose/orange blossom water, stir, and simmer for another 2 minutes.

4. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool.

Step 2: Make the Cake

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or similar.

2. In a large bowl, mix together the semolina, sugar, melted butter, yogurt, vanilla extract, and baking powder. Stir until well combined. If using coconut, add it now.

3. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.

4. Score the top of the batter into diamond or square shapes using a knife.

5. Place an almond in the center of each piece for garnish.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cake is set.

Step 3: Add the Syrup

1. Once the basbousa is out of the oven, immediately pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot cake.

2. Let the cake absorb the syrup and cool for at least 20-30 minutes before cutting along the scored lines and serving.

Enjoy your basbousa!

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