Moroccan Date and Walnut Bread (Khobz d'Fekkas)

Khobz d'Fekkas is a traditional Moroccan bread made with dates and walnuts, giving it a sweet and nutty flavor. It's perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of mint tea.

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Moroccan Date and Walnut Bread (Khobz d'Fekkas)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup chopped dates
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the walnuts and dates to the flour mixture and stir to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil and water.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  6. Transfer the dough to a greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk

Tools

Oven Wire rack

Serving suggestions

Serve Khobz d'Fekkas with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, toast the walnuts before adding them to the bread dough.

Cost

$8