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The Thickest, Softest, Spongiest, Richest... MANOUCHEH Cake Ever! How To Do It at HOME? Easy Recipe!

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Manoucheh Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from Lebanon, Manoucheh Cake is a delightful twist on the traditional flatbread, often enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations. This cake combines the flavors of sweet spices and nuts, reflecting the rich culinary heritage of the region. Today, it has found its way into modern bakeries and homes around the world, often adapted with various fillings and toppings to suit different tastes.

LebaneseLBdessert
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons yeast
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons rose water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Almonds provide similar crunch and flavor.

rose water

🥗Healthier: orange blossom water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Orange blossom water offers a fragrant alternative.

1

Mix the dry ingredients first: flour, yeast, sugar, salt.

2

Add vegetable oil to the dry ingredients.

3

Add warm water little by little until the desired consistency is reached.

4

Knead the dough until it's done, which takes less than 15 minutes.

5

Place the dough in a warm area and let it rise for 40 minutes without turning on the oven.

6

After 40 minutes, check if the dough has risen.

7

Poke the dough and add olive oil for flavor absorption.

8

Bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 35 minutes, keeping an eye on it to ensure it cooks properly.

9

Turn on the heat from above to brown the top as it cooks.

10

Check if it's cooked and ready to taste.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetrolling pinoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutennutsdairyeggs

Also Known As

Manakish CakeLebanese Flatbread Cake

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