Basbousa (Sweeet Semolina Cake) Recipe

step 1

• 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.