🍞 Moroccan Krachel – Soft Sweet Brioche Buns

 

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🍞 Moroccan Krachel – Soft Sweet Brioche Buns

Description:
Krachel are soft Moroccan sweet buns flavored with anise seeds and topped with sesame seeds. Perfect for breakfast, tea, or as a festive treat.

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Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour

• ½ cup sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 tsp instant yeast

• 2 tsp anise seeds

Wet Ingredients:

• ½ cup warm milk

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping:

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Sesame seeds

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Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough

1. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, yeast, and anise seeds.

2. In a separate bowl, mix warm milk, eggs, oil, and vanilla.

3. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients.

4. Knead for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. Cover and let rest in a warm place for 1–2 hours, until doubled in size.

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2️⃣ Shape the Buns

1. Punch down the dough.

2. Divide into small balls (about the size of a golf ball).

3. Place on a greased or parchment-lined baking tray.

4. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

5. Let rest 15–20 minutes to rise slightly.

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3️⃣ Bake

• Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F.

• Bake 15–20 minutes until golden brown.

• Cool slightly before serving.

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Tips:

• For a softer texture, add 2 tbsp milk powder to the dry ingredients.

• You can glaze with honey after baking for extra sweetness