Baghrir or “honeycomb” pancakes

This recipe will make 16 to 18 Baghrirs, also called honeycomb pancakes, are a Berber pancake eaten in North Africa.

To prepare

Heat the water and milk until lukewarm. Dissolve the yeast in 2 tablespoons of the lukewarm water and milk. Combine the semolina, sifted flour, sugar and salt in a mixing bowl.

Beat the eggs, add the dissolved yeast, and then the rest of the lukewarm water and milk.

Gradually incorporate this mixture into the flour.

Whisk for a few minutes to obtain a smooth and creamy batter.

Cover with a cloth and leave to rise in a warm place for 2 hours.

Set the crêpe maker to 230 °C (or position 6 on the Diabolo crêpe maker) and wait for the plate to reach the correct temperature. Lightly oil the plate of the crêpe maker.

Pour 2/3 of a ladle measure of batter onto the crêpe maker and spread using the bottom of the ladle until your Baghrir are 12 to 14 cm in diameter.

Cook for about 2 minutes. A host of tiny craters will form on the surface. The Baghrirs are ready: do not flip them over, just place them smooth side down without stacking.

Chef’s tips and suggestions :

Enjoy your hot Baghrir pancakes, coated in melted butter and honey. They can also be topped with sugar, grated coconut, jam, etc.