Hazelnut Basbousa – Hazelnut Basbousa Recipe – How to Prepare Hazelnut Basbousa

Hazelnut Basbousa – Hazelnut Basbousa Recipe – How to Prepare Hazelnut Basbousa

Hazelnut Basbousa is a type of Eastern dessert often served during the winter season due to its high calorie content, which provides warmth and energy. It has a unique and delicious flavor that’s hard to resist. This recipe is easy to prepare and takes only 40 minutes. It serves ten people.

Main Ingredients for Preparing Hazelnut Basbousa:

 

Basbousa Mixture:

• 3 cups of coarse semolina
• 1½ cups of fine sugar
• ¼ cup of ghee
• 1¼ cups of yogurt
• ½ cup of finely shredded coconut
• 2 teaspoons of baking powder
• ¼ cup of finely ground hazelnuts
• 1 cup of halved hazelnuts

Syrup Ingredients:

• 1 cup of lukewarm water
• 2 cups of fine sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice
• 1 slice of lemon

How to Prepare Hazelnut Basbousa:

1. Prepare the Baking Pan:

   • Grease a round baking pan generously with tahini, using a wide brush to coat all sides evenly. Set the pan aside for later use.

2. Prepare the Basbousa Mixture:

   • In a mixer, combine the coarse semolina, sugar, ghee, yogurt, shredded coconut, baking powder, and finely ground hazelnuts. Blend on medium speed for a few minutes until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

3. Pour and Set the Mixture:

   • Pour the basbousa mixture into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a wide plastic spatula.
   • Cover the pan with plastic wrap and place it in a warm spot for about 60 minutes to allow the mixture to rise.
   • After it has risen, evenly distribute the halved hazelnuts on top, pressing them slightly into the mixture with the back of a spoon to ensure they stick well.

4. Bake the Basbousa:

   • Preheat the oven to 180°C. Place the baking pan on the middle rack and bake for 30 minutes, or until the surface turns a light golden color.

5. Prepare the Syrup:

   • While the basbousa bakes, prepare the syrup. In a medium-sized pot, combine the lukewarm water, sugar, cinnamon stick, lemon juice, and lemon slice. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.
   • Remove the cinnamon stick and lemon slice before using the syrup.

6. Finish the Basbousa:

   • Once the basbousa is baked, remove it from the oven and pour the hot syrup over it immediately. Let the basbousa rest for about 30 minutes to cool completely and absorb the syrup.
   • Cut the basbousa into equal-sized squares and serve.

And that’s it! Your delicious Hazelnut Basbousa is ready to enjoy. We hope you like this delightful and easy-to-prepare dessert!