Name: Why This Cardamom Rose Syrup Basbousa is the Best Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 cups coarse semolina; 1 cup shredded coconut; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1/2 cup melted butter; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp ground cardamom; 1/2 cup blanched almonds; 1.5 cups sugar (for syrup); 1 cup water (for syrup); 1 tbsp rose water; 1 tbsp lemon juice

Why This Cardamom Rose Syrup Basbousa is the Best Dessert

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A moist and fragrant Middle Eastern semolina cake soaked in a delicate cardamom and rose water syrup, topped with crunchy blanched almonds.

Author: Luna
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 cups coarse semolina

1 cup shredded coconut

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 cup plain yogurt

1/2 cup melted butter

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp ground cardamom

1/2 cup blanched almonds

1.5 cups sugar (for syrup)

1 cup water (for syrup)

1 tbsp rose water

1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2.Mix dry ingredients with butter and yogurt.

3.Spread batter in a greased pan and score diamonds.

4.Press an almond into each diamond.

5.Bake for 30 minutes until golden.

6.Boil sugar, water, and cardamom for 10 minutes.

7.Add rose water and lemon juice to syrup.

8.Pour cool syrup over the hot cake.

9.Let rest for 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Use coarse semolina for the best texture.

Ensure syrup is cool when pouring over hot cake.

Store at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://www.elitesrecipes.com/cardamom-rose-syrup-basbousa/