The Algerian Bessboussa

Bessboussa is a traditional Algerian dessert made with semolina and honey. It is often served during special occasions and celebrations.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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The Algerian Bessboussa

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Algerian Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Semolina
• 1 cup Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 cup Yogurt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Almonds
• ¹⁄₂ cup Pistachios
• ¹⁄₂ cup Honey
• ¹⁄₂ cup Water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the semolina, sugar, and baking powder.
3. Add the yogurt, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix well to form a crumbly texture.
4. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and press it down firmly.
5. Using a sharp knife, cut the mixture into diamond shapes.
6. Place an almond or pistachio in the center of each diamond.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. While the bessboussa is baking, prepare the syrup by combining the honey and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
9. Remove the bessboussa from the oven and immediately pour the hot syrup over it, allowing it to soak in.
10. Let the bessboussa cool completely in the baking dish, then cut along the diamond shapes and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 20g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.