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Are you looking for a unique and delicious sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea or coffee? These delicious cookies are a staple in Libyan cuisine, loved for their sweet and crumbly texture. This traditional Libyan cookie is not easy to make but also incredibly tasty.

What is Ghraiba?

It is a popular sweet cookie in Libya, known for its melt-in your-mouth texture and lightly sweet flavour. It is often enjoyed during special occasions or as a daily indulgence with a hot beverage. Made with simple ingredients, Libyan Ghraiba is a must-try for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 5 Cups of flour
• 1 Cup of Powdered Sugar
• 1 Tablespoon of Baking Powder
• 1 Cup of Ghee
• 1 Cup of Oil
• Blanched Almonds
• A few drops of Orange Blossom Water

Steps

• In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: Flour, powdered sugar and baking powder.
• In a separate bowl add the ghee and oil, then add it to the dry ingredients, and mix until well combined into a dough.
• Wrap the dough and place it in the fridge for 20 minutes to firm up.
• Preheat the over at 180°c
• Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
• Using your finger, make an indentation in the centre of each ball.
• Dip the almond in the orange blossom, then press an almond into the centre
• Bake the Ghraiba until they start to crack.
• Let it cool for 10 minutes and enjoy.

With its unique flavours and crunchy texture, these cookies are perfect for serving at teatime or as a special dessert for family gatherings. Give this recipe a try and experience the delicious flavours of Libya in your own kitchen.