Best 6 Moroccan Spice Cookies Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of Morocco with our curated selection of the best Moroccan spice cookie recipes. These delectable treats, known as Chebakia, are a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors, sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Marrakech. From traditional family recipes passed down through generations to creative modern takes, our comprehensive guide will provide you with an array of options to satisfy your cravings for this iconic Moroccan delicacy.

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MOROCCAN SPICED SANDWICH COOKIES



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Enjoy a flavor of spice in these sandwiched cookies - a perfect Moroccan dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 egg
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground anise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely chopped unsalted pistachio nuts
3/4 cup vanilla creamy ready-to-spread frosting (from 1-lb container)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat butter with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add powdered sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Add egg and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the orange peel; beat well. Gradually add flour, anise and salt, beating until combined. Stir in nuts. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. On lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with 2-inch 8-point star-shaped cookie cutter, rerolling dough once. On ungreased cookie sheets, place cutouts 1 inch apart.
  • Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until firm to the touch. Immediately remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely.
  • In small bowl, mix frosting and remaining 1/2 teaspoon orange peel. For each sandwich cookie, spread about 1 teaspoon frosting on bottom of 1 cookie. Top with second cookie, bottom side down; gently press together. Let stand until set. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 85 mg

MOROCCAN SPICE BLEND



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Ras-El-Hanout - This vibrant spice blend makes an excellent addition to lamb burgers or roasted chicken. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place.

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Ginger     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Spice     Cinnamon     Clove     Gourmet

Yield Makes 2 tablespoons

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl until combined well.

SPICY MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE COOKIES



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These cookies are the best of 2 worlds. The sweetness of chocolate with a kick from cayenne.

Provided by Brandi Rose

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Chocolate Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¾ cups white sugar, divided
1 cup softened butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat 1 1/2 cups sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl until fluffy. Beat in eggs; add cream of tartar and baking soda. Beat in cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and cayenne powder. Beat in flour. Stir chocolate chips into the dough.
  • Mix remaining 1/4 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon together in a bowl.
  • Roll heaping tablespoons of dough into balls. Roll balls in the sugar-cinnamon mixture and place on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until centers are set and edges crack slightly, about 10 minutes. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 151 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

MOROCCAN SPICE BLEND



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For years, we've enjoyed dishes flavored with this version of ras el hanout, a Moroccan spice blend we use on everything from lamb stew to scrambled eggs. -Carol Ward, Deming, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mace
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/2 teaspoon additional ground turmeric

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients; store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

MOROCCAN COOKIES



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Make and share this Moroccan Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons flour
1/3 cup sliced blanched almond
1/3 cup candied orange peel
1/2 cup chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Mix together milk, sugar, butter and flour.
  • Cook over low heat for 1 minute.
  • Add almonds and orange peel.
  • Drop by teaspoon onto greased and floured baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated 350° oven for 7 minutes.
  • Remove cookie sheets and cool flat side up.
  • Spread flat side with frosting.

MOROCCAN SPICE COOKIES



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This is adapted from an old recipe of my mother's, which I believe was from a church cookbook. I was looking for a way to use the wonderful ras-el-hanout spice blend I had on hand and came up with this. I take them to my office holiday cookie swap every year and they're always a hit. Ras-el-hanout can be found at Middle Eastern grocery stories, but I recommend the blend sold by The Spice House (www.thespicehouse.com).

Provided by melbalou

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 32m

Yield 32 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Ras El Hanout Spice Blend
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons almond extract (vanilla also works)
32 whole almonds

Steps:

  • Sift flour, salt, ras-el-hanout and cinnamon into a small bowl.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together butter and sugar.
  • Add almond (or vanilla) extract and whisk until fluffy.
  • Stir in flour mixture and mold dough into a ball.
  • Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Roll dough into 3/4 inch balls and roll lightly in sugar if desired.
  • Place cookies on parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  • Flatten cookies with bottom of glass or back of fork and press a whole almond into center of each cookie.
  • Bake 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.4, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 37.3, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 1.1

Tips:

- To achieve the best results, use fresh, high-quality spices. - If you're short on time, you can use store-bought chermoula paste. - To make the cookies vegan, use olive oil instead of butter and dairy-free milk or water instead of honey. - These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. - You can also freeze the cookies for up to 3 months. To thaw, simply place them in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for several hours.

Conclusion:

With their delightful blend of spices and the irresistible combination of crunchy and chewy textures, these Moroccan spice cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you're enjoying them with a cup of tea or coffee or simply as a sweet treat, these cookies are the perfect way to experience the unique flavors of Moroccan cuisine. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to Morocco!

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