Meskouta

 

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Meskouta (Moroccan Cake – مسكوتة)

Ingredients:

• 250g all-purpose flour

• 200g sugar

• 4 eggs

• 100ml vegetable oil (or melted butter)

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 50ml milk

• Optional: zest of 1 orange or lemon for flavor

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

   • Grease a baking pan with butter or line with parchment paper.

2. Beat eggs and sugar:

   • In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes).

3. Add oil and milk:

   • Gradually add oil, milk, and vanilla extract (and citrus zest if using) while mixing gently.

4. Incorporate dry ingredients:

   • Sift flour and baking powder together.

   • Fold into the egg mixture carefully until smooth and homogeneous.

5. Bake the cake:

   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

   • Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

6. Cool and serve:

   • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

   • Slice and serve plain or dusted with powdered sugar.

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💡 Tips:

• Meskouta is often served with Moroccan mint tea for breakfast or afternoon snack.

• For a richer flavor, you can add a small amount of orange blossom water or almond extract.

• It keeps well for 2–3 days in an airtight container.