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Krachel - Anise and Orange-Blossom Buns

Soft Moroccan sweet buns perfumed with anise, sesame, and orange blossom water, served with tea for breakfast or afternoon gatherings.

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Krachel sit between bread and pastry. They are modest enough for breakfast and festive enough for guests, carrying the scent of anise and orange blossom into the tea tray.

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This dish is part of the shared national table — you will meet it across Morocco rather than in one region.

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