Basboosa

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This is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert made with semolina and yogurt, then soaked in a rose water syrup. I got this recipe from my sister-in-law.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 dessert squares
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 1 ½ cups semolina flour

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • 1 cup plain yogurt

  • ½ cup vegetable oil

  • 3 tablespoons flaked coconut

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • 6 whole almonds, split in half

  • 1 ½ cups water

  • 1 ¾ cups white sugar

  • 2 tablespoons rose water

Directions

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

323 Calories
10g Fat
55g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 323
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 102mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 55g 20%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 40g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 90mg 7%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 96mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.