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Saffron Pistachio Basbousa

Saffron Pistachio Basbousa Recipe: A Middle Eastern Delight
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Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Saffron Pistachio Basbousa, a delightful Middle Eastern semolina cake that is sure to impress at any gathering. This moist and aromatic dessert is infused with the unique essence of saffron and topped with crunchy pistachios for a stunning presentation. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or as a sweet finale to family dinners, this basbousa recipe is not only easy to make but also rich in flavors that will transport your taste buds to the heart of the Mediterranean.

Ingredients

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  • 200 g semolina (1 ¼ cups)
  • 100 g all-purpose flour (¾ cup)
  • 150 g sugar (¾ cup)
  • 120 ml whole milk (½ cup)
  • 100 g unsalted butter, melted (½ cup)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup chopped pistachios
  • 1 tsp saffron threads
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp rosewater
  • 100 ml water (½ cup)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix semolina, flour, baking powder, cardamom, and cinnamon; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and rosewater until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and let it rest for about 10 minutes before baking.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. While it bakes, prepare saffron syrup by boiling sugar, water, saffron threads, and lemon juice; simmer until slightly thickened.
  8. Pour warm syrup over the baked basbousa and allow it to soak up before garnishing with chopped pistachios.

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