Makroud El Louse (Algerian Almond Cookies)
Makroud El Louse is a traditional Algerian dessert often served during special occasions and festivals.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Makroud El Louse (Algerian Almond Cookies)
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a food processor, grind the almonds until fine. Transfer to a bowl.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds, fine semolina, granulated sugar, butter, orange blossom water, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until a dough forms.
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
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Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into oval or diamond shapes.
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Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
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While the cookies are baking, prepare the syrup by combining honey and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
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Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately dip them in the hot syrup. Allow them to soak for a few minutes.
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Remove the cookies from the syrup and let them cool on a wire rack.
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Once cooled, store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 200kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
