Msemmen Moroccan Crepes
Delight your taste buds with the rich, buttery layers of Msemmen Moroccan Crepes, a traditional North African flatbread that’s as versatile as it is irresistible. Made with a blend of all-purpose flour and fine semolina, this laminated dough is carefully kneaded and folded to achieve its signature flaky texture, then cooked to golden perfection on a skillet. Subtly sweetened with a touch of sugar and enriched with buttery goodness, Msemmen is perfect for both sweet and savory pairings, whether you’re drizzling it with honey or serving it alongside stew. With just 40 minutes of prep and a few simple ingredients, this recipe transforms humble dough into a deliciously crisp, layered masterpiece that’s ideal for breakfast, tea time, or an indulgent snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 150 grams fine semolina
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 300 milliliters warm water
- 50 grams unsalted butter
- 50 milliliters vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, fine semolina, salt, and granulated sugar. Mix well to evenly combine the dry ingredients.
Gradually add the warm water to the dry mixture, stirring with your hands or a wooden spoon until the dough starts to come together.
Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth, elastic, and slightly sticky. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.
In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter and mix it with the vegetable oil. Set this mixture aside; you'll use it for laminating and cooking the Msemmen.
After resting, divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and cover them again to prevent drying out.
Lightly grease a clean surface with the butter-oil mixture. Take one dough ball and, using your hands, flatten and stretch it gently into a very thin, nearly translucent sheet.
Fold the thin sheet of dough into thirds horizontally, then fold it into thirds vertically to create a small square. Repeat with the remaining dough balls.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Brush the pan with a little of the butter-oil mixture.
Place one prepared square in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp. Repeat with the remaining squares, brushing the pan with the butter-oil mixture as needed.
Serve the Msemmen warm with honey, jam, or any savory topping of your choice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.1 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.9 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 2373 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.2 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 558 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
