The rolls are similar to French brioche, but the anise seeds give them an extra flavor.

[2] Qrashel are known in Moroccan cuisine at least since the late Wattasid and early Saadian era (mid 16th century).

The Wattasid governor of Marrakech, Nasser Bouchentouf, was notoriously murdered with poisoned Qrashel.

[3] The Moroccan term "Qrashel" is in the plural form, with the singular "qershala", and diminutive "qrishla".

But most commonly would include milk, eggs, anise seeds, sesame, sugar, baker's yeast, orange flower water, butter and flour.