Moroccan Chebakia (Sesame Cookies with Honey) for Ramadan

Chebakia is a traditional Moroccan sweet treat that is commonly prepared during the holy month of Ramadan. It is often served with mint tea and enjoyed by families and friends after breaking their fast.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Moroccan Chebakia (Sesame Cookies with Honey) for Ramadan

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Moroccan Courses: Dessert, Iftar (breaking the fast), Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 20 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground anise seeds
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Orange blossom water
• 1 tablespoon Rose water
• ¹⁄₂ cup Honey
• ¹⁄₂ cup Water
• as needed for frying Sesame oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sesame seeds, cinnamon, anise seeds, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Add the vegetable oil, orange blossom water, and rose water to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the dough comes together.
3. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a thin strip.
5. Shape each strip into a flower or pretzel shape, pressing the ends together to seal.
6. Heat sesame oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
7. Fry the cookies in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Remove the cookies from the oil and drain on paper towels.
9. In a separate saucepan, combine honey and water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
10. Dip the fried cookies in the honey syrup, coating them evenly.
11. Place the coated cookies on a wire rack to cool and allow the syrup to set.
12. Let the cookies rest for at least 1 hour before serving.
13. Enjoy your delicious Moroccan Chebakia!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.