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Basbousa
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Basbousa

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A traditional Middle Eastern semolina and coconut cake soaked in sweet syrup.

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1

In a bowl, combine the semolina, flour, 300 g of sugar, coconut, yogurt, vanilla, and melted butter. Spread the batter into a greased baking dish and score into diamond shapes.

2

Bake at 190°C for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.

3

For the syrup: bring the water and 140 g of sugar to a boil, stirring. Boil for 5 minutes without stirring, then remove from heat.

4

Immediately pour the hot syrup over the hot cake. Let it cool, then serve chilled.

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