By recipezenith.com
Moroccan Mhencha Pastry
Instructions
Prep:25minCook:30min
A festive and flavorful pastry featuring flaky layers wrapped around a sweet and spiced filling, perfect for gatherings or cozy tea times.
Updated at: Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:04:17 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
57
Moderate
Glycemic Load
13
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories284.2 kcal (14%)
Total Fat20.1 g (29%)
Carbs22.8 g (9%)
Sugars10.2 g (11%)
Protein4.8 g (10%)
Sodium99.5 mg (5%)
Fiber2.1 g (7%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
8 servings
8 sheetsphyllo pastry sheets
Thin and crisp for delicate flaky layers
1 cupalmond meal
or finely ground almonds, Rich, nutty base for the filling
½ cuppowdered sugar
Adds gentle sweetness
1 Tbspground cinnamon
Brings warmth and classic aroma
1 Tbsporange blossom water
Adds an authentic floral note
½ cupunsalted butter
melted, Helps the pastry turn golden and crisp
honey
to taste, For drizzling after baking
1egg yolk
Optional, for sealing pastry edges
2 Tbspsesame seeds
or chopped almonds, Optional garnish for texture and beauty
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