Prepare to transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Morocco with these melt-in-your-mouth Ghouribi cookies! These delicate, buttery treasures are more than just a dessert - they're a culinary journey that will have you falling in love with Moroccan cuisine in just one bite. Imagine a cookie so delightfully crisp yet tender, sprinkled with golden sesame seeds, that it practically whispers stories of North African kitchens and generations of family traditions.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Moroccan
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Sesame seeds for decoration
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1/4 cup of vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and sesame seeds for decoration.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that your cookies bake evenly and achieve a nice golden color.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar. Use an electric mixer or a whisk to cream them together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps to aerate the flour and ensures that the baking powder is evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Once the dough is formed, cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes. This will help the dough firm up, making it easier to shape.
- After the resting period, remove the dough from the refrigerator. Take small portions of the dough and roll them into balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds generously on top of each cookie, pressing them down lightly to ensure they stick.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Ghouribi Moroccan Sugar Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee, or share them with friends and family!
Tips
- • Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture • Chill the dough for 10 minutes to make shaping easier and prevent spreading • Use a light hand when mixing to keep the cookies tender • Toast the sesame seeds lightly before sprinkling for an extra nutty flavor • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week • For a professional touch, use a kitchen scale to measure ingredients precisely • Let cookies cool completely to achieve the classic Ghouribi melt-in-your-mouth texture
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 110kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg
