Moroccan Mahnacha Cookies – Stuffed Almond Pastry Delight

 

Moroccan Mahnacha Cookies – Stuffed Almond Pastry Delight

Short Description:
Moroccan Mahnacha is a delicious stuffed pastry cookie made with a buttery dough and a fragrant almond filling flavored with cinnamon and orange blossom water. These elegant treats are perfect for tea time, holidays, and special occasions.

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Ingredients

Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• ½ cup powdered sugar

• ¾ cup butter, softened

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

• Milk as needed

Filling:

• 1 cup ground almonds

• ½ cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 2 tbsp orange blossom water

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Instructions

1. Mix flour, sugar, salt, and butter until crumbly. Add egg and vanilla, then a little milk to form a soft dough. Rest 30 minutes.

2. Combine all filling ingredients until smooth.

3. Roll dough thin, cut into shapes, add filling, and seal.

4. Bake at 180°C / 350°F for 20–25 minutes until lightly golden.

5. Cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.