Moroccan Bread (Khobz)

Transport your taste buds to the heart of North Africa with traditional Moroccan Bread, or Khobz—a golden, crusty bread that’s delightfully soft and airy on the inside. Made with a blend of all-purpose flour and semolina for a distinctively nutty flavor and slightly textured bite, this easy-to-make bread is a staple in Moroccan cuisine. The dough is enriched with olive oil and gently kneaded to perfection, creating a pillowy loaf with just the right chew. After a double rise, it’s baked to golden-brown perfection with a rustic, decorative slash that adds a homemade charm. Perfect for scooping up tagines, slathering with butter and honey, or serving alongside soups and stews, this versatile flatbread is a must-try for bread enthusiasts. Whether you're exploring Moroccan flavors or expanding your baking repertoire, Khobz is your gateway to authentic North African comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams semolina
• 10 grams active dry yeast
• 10 grams sugar
• 10 grams salt
• 300 milliliters warm water
• 30 milliliters olive oil
• 50 grams extra semolina or flour for dusting

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, semolina, salt, and sugar.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, dissolve the yeast in half of the warm water, approximately 150 milliliters.

Step 3

Allow the yeast and water mixture to sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 4

Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients along with the remaining warm water and the olive oil.

Step 5

Mix the ingredients together until a rough dough forms. Use your hands or a wooden spoon to combine.

Step 6

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky. You can sprinkle additional flour if necessary.

Step 7

Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 8

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air pockets and divide it into two equal portions.

Step 9

Shape each portion into a round loaf and flatten it slightly, about 1 inch thick.

Step 10

Sprinkle a baking sheet with extra semolina or flour and place the shaped loaves on the sheet.

Step 11

Cover the loaves with a towel and let them rest for another 30 minutes, allowing a second rise.

Step 12

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).

Step 13

Just before baking, slash the tops of the loaves with a sharp knife to create decorative patterns if desired.

Step 14

Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped at the bottom.

Step 15

Remove from the oven and let the loaves cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1012.7 grams (1012.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2686

Total Fat 35.30g	45%
Saturated Fat 5.40g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3949mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 504.20g	183%
Dietary Fiber 21.40g	76%
Total Sugars 11.50g
Protein 74.50g	149%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97mg	7%
Iron 26mg	142%
Potassium 1017mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 12.1%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 76.6%