Best 6 Basbousaبسبوسة Recipes
Basbousa, also known as harissa or revani, is a delightful semolina cake that has captured the hearts of dessert enthusiasts worldwide. Originating in the kitchens of Egypt, this delectable treat has become a staple in Middle Eastern and North African cuisine. With its moist and tender texture, infused with the sweet fragrance of syrup, basbousa offers a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of basbousa recipes explores different variations of this classic dessert, ensuring there's something for every palate. From the traditional Egyptian basbousa to the rich and nutty Moroccan version, each recipe promises a unique culinary journey. Discover the secrets of crafting this semolina masterpiece and indulge in the irresistible charm of basbousa.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BASBOUSA: ALMOND COCONUT SEMOLINA CAKE RECIPE
Basbousa is an Egyptian semolina cake drenched in syrup. Today, I'm sharing my aunt Maha's special recipe!
Provided by The Mediterranean Dish
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the butter in a small bowl and melt in the microwave. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine together the sugar and yogurt. Now add in the semolina, baking powder and milk. Finally stir in the melted butter, and let the mixture sit briefly so that the butter is absorbed.
- Transfer the semolina mixture into a lightly greased 9"-round cake pan or baking dish. Bake in the 350 degrees F-heated oven for about 40-45 minutes. If necessary, broil ever so briefly so that the top of the basbousa gains color. Watch carefully. When ready, remove from oven.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the cinnamon simple syrup. In a small sauce pan or pot, combine the sugar, water and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil on high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Turn heat to low and let cook for a few minutes until the syrup thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let cool completely, then remove the cinnamon stick.
- As soon as the basbousa is removed from the oven, pour the cool syrup on the hot basbousa. Let cool completely; syrup must be absorbed into the cake. For best result, let it sit for 1 hour before serving.
- When ready to serve, top the cake with the coconut chips and the coconut and shaved almonds. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 625 calories, Sugar 64.6 g, Sodium 23.6 mg, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 99.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 9.7 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg
BASBOUSA
A coconut yogurt farina cake soaked in simple syrup and decorated with nuts
Provided by Amira
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.6 kcal, Fat 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Cholesterol 22.2 mg, Sodium 59.2 mg, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 30.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BASBOOSA II
This is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert made of semolina flour, yogurt, and coconut. To adjust the sweetness, you can half or double the amount of sugar in the lemon syrup.
Provided by Felicia Manocchio
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8 inch square baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the semolina flour, baking powder, 1 cup sugar, coconut and butter. Add the yogurt and milk; mix until moistened but not runny or liquid. If you see that it is too dry, add more milk. Spread into a greased 8 inch square baking dish, smoothing the top as much as possible. Decorate the top with whole almonds.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. While the basboosa is baking, combine the water, 1 cup of sugar and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook for at least 5 minutes.
- When the basboosa has finished baking, pour the syrup over it as evenly as possible. Place it back in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the syrup has been fully absorbed. Let rest for about 20 minutes before cutting into pieces and serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51.9 g, Cholesterol 15.7 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 49.9 g
BASBOUSA(بسبوسة)
Make and share this Basbousa(بسبوسة) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by najwa
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
- Melt butter, allow to cool to room temperature.
- Combine sugar and buttermilk in a large bowl.
- Combine the semolina, vanilla, baking powder and baking soda in a separate bowl.
- Add semolina mixture to buttermilk mixture, mix well, then add melted butter, and mix well.
- Spray an 11x7 inch pan with cooking spray, pour in the mixture; You may also use a 13x9 inch pan, and bake for 25 minutes instead of 30.
- Let sit for 20 minutes.
- Bake for 30 minutes, pour sugar syrup over it while still warm.
- This is usually served with tea or coffee.
- ------ Sugar Syrup ----------.
- Combine sugar, water and juice of half a lemon in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and allow to simmer for 20-25 minutes, mixture should thicken when it cools.
BASBOOSA
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the semolina flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, yogurt, oil, coconut, and baking powder. Set aside for 30 minutes.
- In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, stir together the water, 1 3/4 cups sugar, and rosewater. Bring to a boil, and boil for 3 or 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the semolina batter into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Slice into squares or diamonds, and place on almond half onto each piece.
- Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until light brown. Switch the oven setting to broil, and broil until the top is golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the oven, and pour the syrup over the squares. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 102.1 mg, Sugar 39.7 g
BASBOUSSA
A popular semolina-based dessert in Egypt, ridiculously addictive and easy to make!
Provided by mariannaf
Time 50m
Yield Serves 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200C. Melt the milk and butter together. In a bowl, mix the fine semolina, sugar and grated coconut. Then add the milk and butter on the dry ingredients- mix well.
- Pour mixture into a baking tray, top off with almonds, and bake for 30 minutes. Check to see if ready- it should form a beautiful golden crust. If necessary, extend baking time for another 10 minutes
- While the basboussa is in the oven, prepare the syrup by boiling the water and sugar together on high heat. When it reaches it starts bubbling, let it continue boiling for 5-10 minutes so that it becomes a thick syrup. At the end, add the orange blossom water. Set aside.
- Once the basboussa is baked and out of the oven, immediately pour the syrup gently and slowly over. Let cool for at least an hour- when it's hot it will be too difficult to slice up.
Tips:
- Use fine semolina for a smooth texture.
- To prevent the basbousa from sticking to the pan, grease it well with butter or line it with parchment paper.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the basbousa tough.
- Bake the basbousa until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the basbousa to cool completely before cutting it into pieces.
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat yogurt and butter.
- If you don't have coconut, you can substitute it with chopped nuts or dried fruit.
- To make a vegan basbousa, use plant-based yogurt and butter.
- For a gluten-free basbousa, use gluten-free flour.
Conclusion:
Basbousa is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed on any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, it is a great recipe for both experienced and beginner bakers. Experiment with different flavors and toppings to create your own unique basbousa. No matter how you choose to make it, you are sure to enjoy this classic Middle Eastern treat.
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