Egg (non-veg)DessertMiddle Eastern
Basbousa With Egg
Basbousa With Egg is a egg-based (non-vegetarian) dessert from Middle Eastern cuisine. It is made with semolina, egg, yogurt and sugar syrup. One serving has about 320 kcal, 8 g protein, 50 g carbs and 10 g fat.
Did you know? A classic Middle Eastern semolina cake. The egg adds richness. Soaked in fragrant sugar syrup. Often flavored with rose water. The texture should be moist. Coconut is sometimes added. The top gets crispy when baked. Best enjoyed with Arabic coffee. The name means "little kiss" in Arabic. A beloved dessert across Arab countries.
Updated · nutrition is an estimate per serving
- Diet
- Egg-based (non-vegetarian)
- Course
- Dessert
- Cuisine
- Middle Eastern
- Calories
- 320 kcal
- Protein
- 8 g
- Style
- Indulgent
Main ingredients
Quantities depend on the cook; the video below shows the method step by step.








