CIGARS WITH ALMONDS AND HONEY.

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 1
Crispy and sweet Cigars with Almonds and Honey recipe for dessert lovers
in Dessert

Prep

40 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

50-52 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 phyllo dough , thawed if previously frozen
1 egg yolk , beaten
1/2 cup melted butter , at room temperature ( for brushing phyllo dough )
1 lb blanched almond
2/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons orange blossom water
3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 cup honey
3 tablespoons orange blossom water
1/4 cup melted butter , at room temperature

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
337
Sugar
28g
Fat
23g
Cigars with Almonds and Honey is a traditional dessert from the Middle East, it is usually served during Ramadan or special celebrations. The dish consists of a crispy phyllo dough filled with a sweet mixture of almonds, sugar, cinnamon, and orange blossom water. The cigars are then drizzled with honey and more orange blossom water to add a subtle floral taste. This dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and impressing your guests with its unique flavor and elegant presentation.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a food processor, pulse the blanched almonds, sugar, cinnamon, and orange blossom water until the almonds are finely chopped but not yet ground to a paste.
3.Open the phyllo dough, cut the stack into 3 pieces along the length (do not cut it across). Cover the pieces you are not working with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out.
4.Brush one layer of phyllo dough with melted butter.
5.Take a small spoonful of the almond mixture and roll it into a cigar shape.
6.Place the cylinder at the bottom of the phyllo dough strip, leaving a 1-inch border at the bottom and sides. Fold the 1-inch border over the filling, then roll the dough up like a cigar.
7.Brush the finished cigar with melted butter and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8.Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo dough and almond mixture.
9.Bake for 8-12 minutes or until golden brown.
10.While the cigars are baking, combine honey and orange blossom water in a small saucepan and heat over low heat until the honey is melted.
11.Once cigars are out of the oven, drizzle honey over them and let them cool down for a couple of minutes.

PROS

These Cigars are crispy, sweet, and nutty.
Perfect for dessert lovers.

CONS

Phyllo dough is not the healthiest ingredient and should be enjoyed in moderation.

The dish contains a high amount of sugar and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, protein, and various important nutrients like vitamin E, magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese. They are known to provide benefits such as reducing blood pressure, lowering cholesterol levels, and reducing hunger.

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