Ghoraiybah

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 12

Traditional Middle Eastern Ghoraiybah Cookies

by The Chefin Cookies

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

124

Sugar

Fat

Ghoraiybah cookies are a traditional Middle Eastern treat that are often served during Eid al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of Ramadan. These delicate cookies have a buttery and crumbly texture and are flavored with cardamom, a spice that is commonly used in Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine. The addition of almond halves adds a nice crunch and a subtle nutty flavor to the cookies. Ghoraiybah cookies are typically served with tea or coffee and are a great way to end a meal or to enjoy as an afternoon snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
2.	In a large bowl, cream the butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Gradually blend in the flour and cardamom until just mixed.
4.	Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet.
5.	Place an almond half on each cookie and press down lightly.
6.	Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
7.	Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
8.	Once cooled, dust with additional confectioners' sugar if desired.

PROS

Ghoraiybah cookies have a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a delicious cardamom flavor that makes them perfect for serving with tea or coffee.
They are easy to make and can be stored in an airtight container for several days.

CONS

These cookies are high in saturated fat due to the use of butter, making them less healthy than other dessert options.
As with all sweets, they should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Ghoraiybah cookies are not the healthiest dessert option, they do contain a small amount of protein and are a good source of carbohydrates. Cardamom has been linked to several health benefits, including improved digestive health, lower blood pressure, and reduced inflammation.

	1 cup butter , softened
	1 cup sifted confectioners ' sugar
	2 cups all-purpose flour
	1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
	12 almonds , split ( optional )