INGREDIENTS
For the Basbousa:
– 2 cups fine semolina
– ½ cup sugar
– ½ cup melted butter
– ½ cup plain yogurt
– 1 tsp baking powder
– ½ tsp vanilla extract
– ¼ cup milk
– Almonds or pistachios, for topping
For the Syrup:
– 1 cup sugar
– ½ cup water
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 tbsp honey
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish with butter.
2. Mix semolina, sugar, and baking powder in a bowl.
3. Add melted butter, yogurt, milk, and vanilla. Mix until a thick batter forms.
4. Spread evenly into the prepared dish and smooth the surface.
5. Score into squares and place an almond or pistachio on each piece.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until deeply golden on top.
7. Meanwhile, simmer sugar, water, lemon juice, and honey for 5–7 minutes.
8. Pour the warm syrup generously over the hot basbousa.
9. Let it absorb the syrup and cool before serving.
TIPS
– Use fine semolina for a tender texture.
– Do not overmix the batter after adding the wet ingredients.
– Pour warm syrup over the basbousa while it is hot for better absorption.
– Allow it to cool and soak completely before slicing.
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