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
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
STEP 3.Using a sharp object, cut the basbousa into diamond or kite shapes.
step 4
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
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
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
Fat
139g
Protein
60g
Carbs
400g
Fiber
43g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
400g
Protein
60g
Fiber
43g
Fats
Fat
139g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
547mg
Iron
18mg
Vitamin A
41mcg
Vitamin B1
2mg
Vitamin B2
1mg
Vitamin B3
11mg
Vitamin B6
< 1mg
Vitamin B9
274mcg
Vitamin B12
< 1mcg
Vitamin C
32mg
Vitamin E
11mg
Copper
3mcg
Magnesium
234mg
Manganese
5mg
Phosphorus
942mg
Selenium
86mcg
Zinc
7mg
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