Briouat au Lait

Briouat au Lait is a delightful Moroccan pastry filled with a creamy milk mixture, showcasing a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth, making it an ideal indulgence for midnight cravings. Wrapped in delicate pastry and fried to golden perfection, these treats are a beloved staple in Moroccan cuisine.

Ingredients

• Phyllo dough - 200 grams
• Milk - 250 ml
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Cornstarch - 30 grams
• Butter - 30 grams (melted)
• Rose water - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Ground almonds - 50 grams
• Powdered sugar - for dusting

Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine the milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Stir over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and add the melted butter, rose water, ground cinnamon, and ground almonds. Mix well and let cool.
3. Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
4. Take a sheet of phyllo dough and brush it lightly with melted butter. Fold it in half lengthwise.
5. Place a tablespoon of the cooled filling at one end of the dough. Fold the sides over the filling and roll up tightly to form a cigar shape. Seal the edges with a little melted butter.
6. Repeat the process for the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
7. Fry the briouats in the hot oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 80 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a quick source of energy due to its carbohydrate content.
• Contains almonds, which are rich in healthy fats and vitamin E.

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