Chebakia (Moroccan Ramadan Sweet)

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This rich Avocado Almond Smoothie is an adaptation of Moroccan breakfast beverages, blending the richness of avocado with almonds’ nutty flavor.
Popular among health-conscious Moroccans, it’s drunk chilled, often with a sprinkle of cinnamon or some honey drizzle.
Perfect as a quick breakfast, post-workout drink, or refreshing snack, it blends tradition with contemporary Moroccan tastes.

• Ingredients:
• Ingredients (List Block):
• 500g all-purpose flour
• 125g ground almonds
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp anise seeds (crushed)
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tbsp melted butter
• 100ml orange blossom water
• 1 pinch saffron (optional)
• Oil for frying
• Warm honey for coating
• Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

• 👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
• In a large bowl, mix flour, ground almonds, cinnamon, anise, baking powder, and salt.
• Add egg, melted butter, vinegar, and orange blossom water. Mix and knead into a smooth dough.
• Let rest for 15–20 minutes.
• Roll out the dough and cut into rectangles using a Chebakia cutter or knife.
• Shape each rectangle into a flower by folding and twisting the strips.
• Fry in medium-hot oil until golden brown.
• Immediately dip in warm honey and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
• Let cool on parchment paper before serving.

🍋 Tips / Notes

💡 Chebakia keeps well for several weeks in an airtight container. It’s traditionally served with harira soup during Ramadan evenings.