Algerian Basboussa – Semolina Cake With Syrup

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 2
Delicious Algerian Basboussa recipe for a sweet and fragrant cake
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30-40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups of coarse semolina
1 cup plain flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sunflower oil
1 lemon , zest of ( finely grated )
1 cup yogurt
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring
3 cups water
3 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon orange flower water ( add a little more if you like it very fragrant )
1 teaspoon lemon juice
blanched whole almond

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
301
Sugar
31g
Fat
16g
Algerian Basboussa is a unique and fragrant cake made from semolina, yogurt, and coconut, and sweetened with an orange blossom-infused syrup. This dessert is commonly served at special occasions such as weddings and Eid al-Fitr celebrations, but it can also be enjoyed as a sweet treat any time of the year. The texture of this cake is slightly crunchy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside, making for a delightful sensory experience.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the semolina, flour, baking powder, dried coconut, and granulated sugar.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the sunflower oil, lemon zest, yogurt, eggs, and vanilla flavoring.
4.Pour the wet ingredients into the large mixing bowl of dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5.Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and smooth out the top.
6.Bake the cake for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7.While the cake is baking, prepare the syrup by combining the water, granulated sugar, orange flower water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
8.Bring the syrup to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
9.When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over it.
10.Let the cake cool completely in the pan before cutting it into squares. Serve with blanched whole almonds on top.

PROS

This Algerian Basboussa cake is fragrant, sweet, and slightly crunchy on the outside thanks to the coconut and semolina.

It’s a unique and delicious dessert that’s perfect for special occasions.

CONS

This cake contains a fair amount of sugar and oil, making it a high-calorie dessert that should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The syrup can be quite sweet and fragrant, which may not appeal to everyone’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, the yogurt in the batter provides some protein and probiotics.
The orange flower water in the syrup has been used in traditional medicine to help with digestion, anxiety, and sleep.
Almonds on top of the cake provide some healthy fats and vitamin E.

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