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Delightful Mango Basbousa: A Creative Twist on the Classic Arabic Dessert

Yields12 ServingsPrep Time30 minsCook Time45 minsTotal Time1 hr 15 mins

Experience a unique take on the traditional Basbousa with a luscious mango cream layer and a beautifully decorated cake top. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Best enjoyed chilled.

A slice of mango Basbousa adorned with fresh mango slices and a sprinkle of coconut, served on a delicate plate.

Basbousa Base
 1 cup semolina
 1 cup sugar
 1 cup yogurt
 1 cup milk
 ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
 1 tbsp baking powder
 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mango Cream Layer
 1 cup heavy cream
 ½ cup mango puree
 1 tbsp powdered sugar
Cake Layer
 1 cup all-purpose flour
 1 cup sugar
 1 stick butter (softened)
 1 tsp baking powder
 1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish
 1 cup fresh mango slices
 ¼ cup shredded coconut
Preparation of Basbousa Base
1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a large mixing bowl, combine semolina, sugar, yogurt, milk, melted butter, baking powder, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and pour into a greased baking dish.

Baking the Basbousa
2

Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Preparing the Mango Cream Layer
3

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the mango puree and powdered sugar until well combined. Spread this mango cream layer evenly over the cooled Basbousa base.

Making the Cake Layer
4

In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the flour and baking powder, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.

Final Assembly
5

Carefully spoon the cake batter over the mango cream layer, smoothing it out gently. Bake again for 15-20 minutes or until the cake layer is set and lightly golden. Allow it to cool completely before garnishing.

Garnishing
6

Once cooled, decorate the top with fresh mango slices and a sprinkle of shredded coconut for an appealing finish. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Best enjoyed chilled.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

1 slice


Amount per serving
Calories290
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g21%

Saturated Fat 10g50%
Trans Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 60mg20%
Sodium 120mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 35g13%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 18g
Includes 10g Added Sugars20%
Protein 4g

Vitamin A 250mcg28%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 80mg7%
Iron 1mg6%
Potassium 150mg4%
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Vitamin E 1mg7%
Vitamin K 1mcg1%
Thiamin 0.1mg9%
Riboflavin 0.2mg16%
Niacin 0.5mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg6%
Folate 10mcg3%
Vitamin B12 0.5mg21%
Biotin 5mcg17%
Pantothenic Acid 0.5mg10%
Phosphorus 100mg8%
Iodine 0mcg0%
Magnesium 15mg4%
Zinc 0.5mg5%
Selenium 5mcg10%
Copper 0.1mg12%
Manganese 0.5mg22%
Chromium 0mcg0%
Molybdenum 0mcg0%
Chloride 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.