Almond Cigar

Delight your taste buds with these golden, flaky Almond Cigars, a simple yet elegant dessert that brings together the nutty richness of almonds and the floral sweetness of orange blossom water. Wrapped in buttery phyllo pastry and baked to crispy perfection, these treats feature a luscious almond paste filling made from finely ground blanched almonds, sugar, and a hint of orange blossom. Perfect for entertaining or enjoying with a cup of tea, these almond cigars are easy to make yet irresistibly indulgent. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, they make a visually stunning and flavor-packed treat that’s sure to impress. With a quick 30-minute prep time and just 20 minutes in the oven, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced bakers looking to create something unique and delightful.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 150 grams Blanched almonds
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Orange blossom water
• 10 sheets Phyllo pastry sheets
• 100 grams Melted butter
• 10 grams Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a food processor, pulse the blanched almonds until finely ground.

Step 3

Add the granulated sugar and unsalted butter to the food processor, then blend until the mixture is well combined and forms a paste.

Step 4

Add the water and orange blossom water to the almond mixture and mix until smooth. Set aside.

Step 5

On a clean, flat surface, lay out a single sheet of phyllo pastry and brush it lightly with melted butter.

Step 6

Place about 1 tablespoon of the almond filling along one edge of the phyllo sheet, shaping it into a thin line.

Step 7

Carefully roll the phyllo pastry around the almond filling to form a cigar shape, tucking in the sides slightly as you roll.

Step 8

Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and almond filling.

Step 9

Place the almond cigars seam-side down on the prepared baking tray.

Step 10

Brush the tops of the cigars lightly with more melted butter.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the cigars are golden and crispy.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 13

Dust the almond cigars lightly with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	614.5 grams (614.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2870

Total Fat 203.60g	261%
Saturated Fat 81.80g	409%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 332mg	111%
Sodium 965mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 252.10g	92%
Dietary Fiber 16.10g	58%
Total Sugars 115.40g
Protein 43.20g	86%

Vitamin D 56IU	279%
Calcium 436mg	34%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1104mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.8%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 33.5%