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Bint Al Sahn

A quick Yemeni sweet bread with layers of flaky pastry, a buttery sugar filling, and a drizzle of honey syrup. Perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Total time
30 min
Servings
8
Calories
320
Protein
4g
Bint Al Sahn
comfortingMiddle Easternvegetariannoneflakycrispyeverydaydessert

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch round baking dish with a little of the melted butter.

  2. Step 2

    Brush one pastry sheet with melted butter, sprinkle with 1 tbsp sugar, and place in the dish. Repeat with remaining sheets, stacking them and brushing each with butter and sugar.

  3. Step 3

    Cut the stacked pastry into 8 wedges using a sharp knife. Bake until golden and puffed, about 20 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    In a small bowl, mix the honey and 2 tbsp water. Drizzle over the hot pastry and let it soak in for 5 minutes before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • 9-inch round baking dish
  • pastry brush
  • sharp knife
  • small bowl

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