Basbousa Stuffed with Mahalabia – Recipe and Preparation Steps

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Basbousa Stuffed with Mahalabia – Recipe and Preparation Steps

Basbousa stuffed with mahalabia is one of the most delicious and rich variations of basbousa, combining its sweet, moist texture with a creamy filling. It’s simple to prepare and takes about an hour to make. Below are the ingredients and steps to serve this delightful dessert for eight people.

Ingredients for Basbousa Stuffed with Mahalabia:

Basbousa Stuffed with Mahalabia

 

For the Basbousa:

  • 1 cup semolina.
  • 1 cup ground coconut.
  • ½ cup white sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  • 2 eggs.
  • 1 cup yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder.
  • 1 teaspoon liquid vanilla extract.

For the Mahalabia Filling:

  • 2 cups liquid milk.
  • ½ cup water.
  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch.
  • 1 tablespoon rose water.
  • 1 cup cream (qishta).
  • 6 tablespoons cream cheese.
  • 2 cups ready-made sugar syrup (qater).

Steps to Prepare Basbousa Stuffed with Mahalabia:

1. Prepare the Basbousa:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the semolina, sugar, ground coconut, vanilla, and baking powder. Mix well.
  2. Add the yogurt, eggs, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture forms a smooth and cohesive batter.
  3. Grease a baking tray with butter and dust lightly with flour to prevent sticking. Spread half of the basbousa batter evenly on the bottom of the tray.

2. Prepare the Mahalabia Filling:

  1. In a saucepan, heat the milk and water over medium heat until it begins to boil.
  2. Dissolve the cornstarch in a little water, then slowly add it to the boiling milk while stirring constantly. Cook until the mixture thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the cream, rose water, and cream cheese. Mix until fully combined and smooth.

3. Assemble the Layers:

  1. Pour the prepared mahalabia filling evenly over the first layer of basbousa batter in the tray.
  2. Spread the remaining half of the basbousa batter over the mahalabia, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

4. Bake the Basbousa:

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
  2. Place the tray in the oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until the top turns golden and the basbousa is cooked through.

5. Add the Syrup:

  1. Remove the tray from the oven and immediately pour the sugar syrup over the hot basbousa. Allow the syrup to soak in.

Serving:

Let the basbousa cool before cutting it into squares or diamond-shaped pieces. Serve it on a plate and enjoy the creamy mahalabia filling combined with the sweet, moist basbousa.

Enjoy this rich and delightful dessert with your family or guests. Bon Appétit!

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