The Blooming Rose Cheesecake

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Basbousa Base

• 1 1/2 cups semolina
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted melted butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon rosewater

Rose Filling

• 2 containers (16 oz) of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup rosewater
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Rose Topping

• 1/4 cup rosewater
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• A few drops of pink food coloring (optional)