Chebakia Bouchnikha - A delicate, honey-soaked Moroccan pastry made with milk, traditionally enjoyed during Ramadan but perfect for any time of year.
For the Dough
500g all-purpose flour
1t ground cinnamon
1t ground anise
4g baking powder
4g vanilla sugar
1/2t salt
125g very soft butter
200ml warm milk
2T orange blossom water
1T vinegar
For Frying & Coating
Vegetable oil, for frying
900g honey, warmed mixed with 2t of orange blossom water
Sliced Almonds or Toasted Sesame for Garnish
In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. Add butter and mix until well incorporated. Add orange blossom water, vinegar and half of the milk. Mix to combine. Add the remaining milk little by little until the dough comes together and is soft but not sticky - you may not need all of the milk.
Knead for 10 minutes until the dough is very soft and pliable. Roll into a log and cut into 5 even sections. Form each section into a ball and let rest, covered for 30 minutes.
Once the dough has rested, flo...
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