Moroccan Cookies

Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly nutty and tender Moroccan Cookies, also known as Ghriba. Made with almond flour for a naturally rich and aromatic base, these cookies are lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and coated in powdered sugar for a delicate crackled exterior. Infused with the warm aroma of vanilla and a touch of buttery decadence, these gluten-friendly treats are soft on the inside with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect with a cup of mint tea or coffee, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for both everyday indulgence and festive gatherings. Bring a taste of North Africa to your home with this elegant, crowd-pleasing dessert!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams Almond flour
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 Egg yolk
• 50 grams Powdered sugar (for coating)
• 1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 170°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave, then let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg yolk.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix together until a soft dough forms. The dough should hold together but not be sticky.

Step 6

Form the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Roll each dough ball lightly in powdered sugar to coat the outside completely.

Step 8

Using the back of a fork or your fingers, press down gently on each ball to slightly flatten them and create a crackled appearance.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the tops are set. Be careful not to overbake as the cookies should remain soft in the center.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve the Moroccan Ghriba cookies with mint tea or coffee and enjoy their delicate, nutty flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	526.2 grams (526.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2701

Total Fat 190.70g	244%
Saturated Fat 58.80g	294%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 406mg	135%
Sodium 613mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 234.20g	85%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 157.10g
Protein 51.40g	103%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 480mg	37%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 104mg	2%

*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: 60.0%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 32.8%