Cookbook:Ghraiba bil Loz (Libyan Almond Ghraiba)
| Ghraiba bil Loz (Libyan Almond Ghraiba) | |
|---|---|
.jpg) | |
| Category | Dessert recipes |
| Yield | About 24 cookies |
| Difficulty |  |
Cookbook | Recipes | Ingredients | Equipment | Techniques | Cookbook Disambiguation Pages | Recipes
Ghreyba bil loz is a delicious Libyan almond cookie loved for its delicate texture and rich almond flavor. These cookies are often enjoyed during festive occasions and are a popular treat in Libyan cuisine. Ghreyba bil loz melts in your mouth and is perfect for serving with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
[edit | edit source]- 1 cup butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup finely ground almonds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whole almonds, for decoration
Equipment
[edit | edit source]- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or wooden spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Oven
- Wire rack
Procedure
[edit | edit source]- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the flour, ground almonds, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined and a soft dough forms.
- Pinch off small portions of the dough and roll them into balls about the size of a walnut. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
- Press a whole almond into the center of each cookie ball, gently flattening the cookies slightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes, tips, and variations
[edit | edit source]- Ghribia bil loz are delicate and crumbly, so handle them gently when transferring to the wire rack.
- The cookies will firm up as they cool, so don't worry if they seem soft right out of the oven.
- Make sure the butter is softened at room temperature to easily cream it with the powdered sugar.
- If you prefer a more pronounced almond flavor, you can add a few drops of almond extract to the dough along with the vanilla extract.
- For a touch of citrus, add the zest of 1 lemon or orange to the dough.
- Dust the cooled cookies with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant presentation.