Atayef (Middle Eastern Pancakes)

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Whisk together the yeast, flour, semolina, sugar and salt.

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Pour lukewarm water in 4-5 additions, whisking in-between.

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Add the orange blossom water (if using) and whisk just until smooth.

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Cover and let it rest in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until bubbly.

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Dissolve the baking soda in water and add to the atayef batter.

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Pour 1-2 tablespoons of batter onto a hot pan.

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Remove from the heat as soon as there are no more wet spots left. Don’t flip it.

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Place the atayef in a single layer and cover with a kitchen towel.

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Enjoy!

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Atayef (Middle Eastern Pancakes)

Whisk together the yeast, flour, semolina, sugar and salt.

1

Pour lukewarm water in 4-5 additions, whisking in-between.

2

Add the orange blossom water (if using) and whisk just until smooth.

3

Cover and let it rest in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until bubbly.

4

Dissolve the baking soda in water and add to the atayef batter.

5

Pour 1-2 tablespoons of batter onto a hot pan.

6

Remove from the heat as soon as there are no more wet spots left. Don’t flip it.

7

Place the atayef in a single layer and cover with a kitchen towel.

8

Enjoy!

Wait for the atayef to cool down slightly then fill as desired!