Basbousa with Orange Zest, Simple and Delicious | بسبوسة | Spork & Knife

Prepare the sugar syrup by combining 3 cups of sugar, 3 cups of water, and 2 slices of lemon in a pot. Bring to a boil and then let it cool.

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of sugar, 2 cups of Semolina/Sooji, 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 cups of yogurt, 1 cup of shredded coconut, 1 cup of vegetable oil, 6 eggs, zest of two oranges, and 4 tsp of baking powder. Mix well until combined.

Add 2 tbsp of vanilla essence to the batter and mix again.

Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and smooth the top.

Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.

Once baked, pour the cooled sugar syrup over the hot basbousa and let it soak.

Serve chilled.

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