Step 1

To prepare the mixture, place all of the dry ingredients in a bowl and mix.

Step 2

With a whisk, mix the wet ingredients then gradually combine them with the dry ingredients. Give everything a good whisk until well combined.

Step 3

Cover with a towel, and let the mixture sit in a warm place for 20-30 minutes.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat, then pour the batter from a jug or using a spoon to create little circles (for small Atayef pour 1 tablespoon of batter, for medium sized ones add 2 tablespoons, and ¼ cup for the large ones).

Step 5

As the Atayef cook, lots of bubbles will appear. Keep cooking (do not flip) until these bubbles dry out (about 2 minutes). If no bubbles are appearing, you might need to add a little bit of more water as your batter is probably too thick.

Step 6

When the bubbles dry out completely and are no longer shiny, it means that the atayef are done. Remove them from pan immediately, and repeat the process until you finish up the batter.

Step 7

Transfer the atayef to a tea towel and cover very well so that they don't dry out (otherwise they will start breaking when you try to fold/seal them).

Step 8

Stuff the Atayef with the filling of your choice (cheese, cinnamon walnuts, or almonds) then either deep fry them, or brush them with oil and bake until they're golden and crispy. Dip in sugar syrup or just drizzle with it (for best results, soak warm Atayef in cold syrup).