This recipe is a traditional Middle Eastern sweet cake that originated in Egypt, although it is also popular in other countries Moroco.Easy and quick recipe to prepare.This recipe is good in taste.It is a type of dessert.Sweet in taste.
STEP 1.Mix the semolina, flour, coconut, sugar & baking powder together in a mixing bowl. On other hand let the butter melt and beat the egg.
STEP 2.Then add the milk, beaten egg, melted butter, and almond extract to the dry mixture and mix until connected and creamy. Prepare an 8×11 pan. Generously butter the pan and transfer the mixture into the baking pan.
STEP 3.Using a sharp object, cut the basbousa into diamond or kite shapes.
STEP 4.Preheat the oven to 350°f and bake the basbousa for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown. Retrace the cuts made prior to baking with a sharp object.
STEP 5.Making the syrup bring to boiling point the water, sugar & lemon juice. Once the syrup reaches the pique point, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for at least 5-6 minutes. Once the syrup condenses a little bit by simmering it, add the rose water and let the syrup simmer again for another 1-2 minutes. Transfer the syrup into a jug and let it cool off.
STEP 6.Soaking the cake with syrup pour the syrup on the basbousa and decorate with shredded coconut.
Nutrition value
3135
calories per serving
139 g Fat60 g Protein400 g Carbs43 g FiberOther
Current Totals
139 g Fat
60 g Protein
400 g Carbs
43 g Fiber
MacroNutrients
Carbs
400 g
Protein
60 g
Fiber
43 g
Fats
Fat
139 g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
547 mg
Iron
18 mg
Vitamin A
41 mcg
Vitamin B1
2 mg
Vitamin B2
1 mg
Vitamin B3
11 mg
Vitamin B6
1 mg
Vitamin B9
274 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
32 mg
Vitamin E
11 mg
Copper
3 mcg
Magnesium
234 mg
Manganese
5 mg
Phosphorus
942 mg
Selenium
86 mcg
Zinc
7 mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment