🥞 Sweet Moroccan Mlaoui (Layered Sweet Pancake)

 

🥞 Sweet Moroccan Mlaoui (Layered Sweet Pancake)

Mlaoui is a traditional Moroccan layered pastry, similar to Msemen but softer and flakier, often served sweet with honey or sugar at breakfast, tea time, or during Ramadan.

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🌾 Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup fine semolina

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup warm water (adjust as needed)

• 4 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil (for dough)

• Extra butter or oil for layering and folding

• Honey, powdered sugar, or jam for serving

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the dough

• In a large bowl, mix flour, semolina, and salt.

• Gradually add warm water while kneading until you get a soft, elastic dough.

• Cover and let rest 15–20 minutes.

2️⃣ Divide and flatten

• Divide the dough into small balls (golf ball size).

• Roll each ball into a thin, large circle.

3️⃣ Layering

• Brush the surface with melted butter or oil.

• Fold edges inward or roll to form layers, creating a spiral or square shape.

4️⃣ Cook

• Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.

• Cook each Mlaoui 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly crispy.

5️⃣ Serve sweet

• Serve warm with honey, powdered sugar, or jam