Basbousa Recipe

A Sweet and Nutty Egyptian Delight

Basbousa is a popular Egyptian dessert made with semolina, sugar, and butter. It’s often topped with nuts and a sweet syrup.

Yields: 8-10 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 30-35 minutes

Ingredients

For the semolina mixture:

1 cup (250 grams) semolina flour
1 cup (250 grams) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup (125 ml) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup (250 ml) milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the syrup:

1 cup (250 ml) sugar
1 cup (250 ml) water
1/4 cup (60 ml) lemon juice

For topping:

Chopped pistachios or almonds

Method

Prepare the semolina mixture: In a large bowl, combine the semolina flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well until a smooth batter forms.
Pour the batter: Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
Bake the basbousa: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
Make the syrup: In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the syrup thickens.
Soak the basbousa: Pour the hot syrup over the hot basbousa.
Top and serve: Top with chopped pistachios or almonds and serve warm or cold.

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