Ghriba (moroccan Almond Cookies)
Ghriba is a popular Moroccan almond cookie that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. These delicate, crumbly cookies are flavored with almond and a hint of orange blossom water, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon orange blossom water
- 1/4 cup whole almonds, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, powdered sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add the vegetable oil and orange blossom water to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Gently press a whole almond into the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Baking sheet Parchment paper Wire rack
Tools
Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve these delightful Ghriba cookies with a cup of Moroccan mint tea for a traditional treat.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey on top of the cookies before serving.
Cost
$10