Almond biscuits with anise and sesame
10 servings
150 minutes
Almond biscuits with anise and sesame are a refined treat of Moroccan cuisine, infused with the aromas of the Mediterranean. Their origin is rooted in Maghreb baking traditions where spices play a key role. Crispy and slightly crumbly, they combine the warm nutty flavor of almonds, the sweet spice of anise, and the delicate aroma of vanilla. Sesame gives the biscuits a thin crunchy crust, making them a perfect complement to a cup of mint tea. These biscuits can be served as a standalone dessert or paired with fruits and light creams. Thanks to the harmonious blend of ingredients, they become an exquisite decoration for any table, embodying the charm of Eastern sweetness and the warmth of traditional home treats.
1
Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Wheat flour: 2.5 glasss
- Baking powder: 1.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
2
In a large bowl, beat sugar and butter. Add 3 eggs, crushed almonds, orange blossom water, anise, sesame, vanilla and almond extracts, and mix thoroughly.
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Butter: 125 g
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Almond: 120 g
- Orange water: 2 tablespoons
- Anise (star anise): 2 teaspoons
- Sesame seeds: 0.3 glass
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Almond extract: 0.5 teaspoon
3
Add flour to the prepared mixture and mix with a mixer on low speed. Cover the dough container with a lid and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Wheat flour: 2.5 glasss
4
Preheat the oven to 190 degrees.
5
With wet hands, place the dough into two narrow bread baking pans. Lightly beat 1 egg in a bowl and brush it over the dough. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top (1 tablespoon).
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Sesame seeds: 0.3 glass
6
Bake until light golden brown for about 30 minutes. Then, use a knife to separate from the edges of the pan and let cool for 15 minutes.
7
Slice the loaf into pieces (2 cm wide) and place on a clean baking sheet. Bake in the oven for another 20-25 minutes. Let cool completely before serving.