Cream of Wheat Cake (Basboosa)

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 2
Creamy and delicious Cream of Wheat Cake (Basboosa)
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups semolina flour ( Cream of Wheat )
1/3 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1/4 cup butter , melted
1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup milk
1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon rose water or 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
292
Sugar
35g
Fat
8g
Cream of Wheat Cake (Basboosa) is a popular Middle Eastern dessert that is made with semolina flour, yogurt, and coconut. This cake is creamy, sweet, and delicious, with a texture that is soft and moist. It is a great dessert to serve on special occasions or to enjoy as a snack any time of the day. Cream of Wheat Cake (Basboosa) is a dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages and is a popular choice for tea time in many parts of the world.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
2.In a large bowl, mix the semolina flour with baking powder, granulated sugar, sweetened flaked coconut, and melted butter until evenly combined.
3.Add in the plain yogurt, milk, and water, stirring until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
4.Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing it out into an even layer.
5.Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
6.Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, mix together the granulated sugar, rose water, and 1 cup of water.
7.Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens.
8.Once the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and pour the syrup over the hot cake.
9.Allow the cake to cool to room temperature before cutting it into squares and serving.

PROS

Cream of Wheat Cake (Basboosa) is a sweet, delicious and creamy cake that is easy to make and perfect for sharing with family and friends.

It is a great dessert to serve on special occasions or to enjoy as a snack any time of the day.

CONS

This Cream of Wheat Cake (Basboosa) is not a healthy dessert as it is high in sugar and calories.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Cream of Wheat Cake (Basboosa) is not particularly healthy, it does contain some beneficial nutrients.
Semolina flour contains protein, fiber and B vitamins that are essential for maintaining good health.
Coconut is a good source of healthy fat, while yogurt contains probiotics that are good for gut health.

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