4 Iftar & Eid Special Arabic Dessert Recipes | Cream Cheese Basbousa, Luqaimat, Layali Lubnan

rose water

Substituting with orange blossom water offers a similar floral flavor.

semolina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey adds natural sweetness and flavor.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Combine semolina, sugar, and milk in a pot over medium heat.

Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.

Add butter, rose water, and orange blossom water; mix well.

Pour the mixture into a greased dish and spread evenly.

Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.

Prepare the topping by mixing cream with vanilla and sugar until smooth.

Spread the cream mixture over the chilled semolina base.

Garnish with chopped nuts and shredded coconut.

Cut into squares or diamonds for serving.

Serve chilled, optionally drizzling with additional rose water.

Cooking Techniques

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