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semolina cake (bassboossa)

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Hananhus avatar
Recipe by
Hanan Hussein
@Hananhus
Bothell, WA

Another favorite middle eastern dessert that is quick and easy to make, tastes great and everybody loves.

(1)
yield 12 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For semolina cake (bassboossa)

  • FOR THE SYRUP
  • 1 1/4 c
    water
  • 1 1/4 c
    sugar
  • 1 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • FOR THE CAKE
  • 2 c
    semolina
  • 1/2 c
    sugar
  • 3/4 c
    butter, melted
  • 1/4 c
    syrup
  • 1 c
    heavy cream, warmed

How To Make semolina cake (bassboossa)

  • 1
    For the syrup: in a saucepan dissolve the sugar in the water over medium heat then add the lemon juice. Bring to boil then let it boil softly for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • 2
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees, position rack in center of oven. Spray a 9 inch pan with cooking spray. In a bowl, mix semolina and sugar together. Melt the butter and add it to the mixture and mix well till all semolina is moistened.
  • 3
    Add 1/4 cup cooled syrup, and the cream. Using a spoon, mix all ingredients together thoroughly. Spread batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with the back of a spoon or moistened hand. Bake at 325 degrees for 40 - 50 minutes or till the top is dark golden brown and the edges are browned.
  • 4
    Take out of the oven and immediately pour the cool syrup all over. Cool completely before cutting into squares. Serve with a dollop of cream (optional).
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