Chebakia (Moroccan Sesame Cookies)

Chebakia (Moroccan Sesame Cookies)

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Chebakia are traditional Moroccan cookies, shaped like roses. The cookies are fried, coated in syrup, and sprinkled with sesame seeds.

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Cooking tools:

  • Chebakia mold
  • Food processor
  • Pastry cutter
  • Rolling pin
  • Deep-fry thermometer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Saucepan
  • Chef's knife
  • Baking sheet
  • Pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Kitchen towel
  • Serving platter
  • Stove
  • Airtight container

Ingredients

  • pinch saffron threads ((diluted in 2 tablespoons warm water))
  • 1 cup toasted sesame seeds ((divided))
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 medium egg
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter ((melted))
  • 1½ tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
  • 1 teaspoon anise extract
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water ((or rose water))
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup honey
  • 3 cups canola or vegetable oil ((more or less depending on pot size))

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