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Baghrir, Moroccon Semolina pancakes, Pancakes

Baghrir (Moroccon Semolina pancakes)

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Baghrir are Moroccan semolina pancakes known for their spongy texture and thousands of tiny holes on top, perfect for soaking up syrup. They’re made from a yeast-based batter, cooked on one side only, and traditionally served with melted butter and honey.
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine Moroccon
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 3
Author sumisculinarynotes

Ingredients

  • 200 g fine semolina
  • 60 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 500 ml lukewarm water for blending
  • 50-100 ml lukewarm water to adjust consistency after rising if needed

Orange blossom honey syrup (Optional Topping for Baghrir)

  • 50 g unsalted butter
  • 60 g honey
  • tsp cinnamon
  • Zest of one orange
  • ½ tsp orange blossom water

Simple Alternative

  • Equal parts of butter and honey.

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine fine semolina, all-purpose flour, instant yeast, 1 tbsp sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • Gradually add 500 ml of lukewarm water to the dry ingredients while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
  • Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend for 1–2 minutes until the batter is smooth and creamy.

Rest the batter

  • Pour the blended batter into a clean bowl. Cover it with a towel or plastic wrap and let it rest for 30–45 minutes at room temperature, or overnight in the fridge for a slower rise and slightly deeper flavour.
  • In both cases, you should see bubbles form on the surface when it's ready.

Adjust consistency

  • After resting, gently stir in the remaining 100 ml of lukewarm water to thin the batter slightly if needed. It should be pourable but not runny.

Orange blossom honey syrup

  • Melt 50g of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  • Once melted, stir in 60g honey, ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon and the Zest of one orange
  • Stir gently and let it warm for 1–2 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavours to infuse.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in ½ tsp orange blossom water.
  • Pour the warm syrup over baghrir, pancakes, or other pastries. It can also be stored and gently reheated before serving.

Simple Alternative

  • If you prefer a more traditional or quicker version:
  • Just melt equal parts butter and honey together and serve warm.

Cook the baghrir

  • Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat (no oil needed). If the pan becomes too hot, lightly drizzle a small amount of water to cool it down before adding the batter.
  • Pour a ladleful of batter into the centre and let it spread naturally.
  • Cook only on one side for 1–2 minutes, until the surface is dry and full of holes.
  • Do not flip. Remove and place on a towel. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  • Brush or drizzle the syrup on the warm baghrir.
  • Serve warm with the syrup on the side.