Honey Almond Briouats

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 16

Delectable Honey Almond Briouats recipe for your next dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

15-20 min

Ready In

35-40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

409

Sugar

43g

Fat

19g

Briouats are a Moroccan pastry that are traditionally filled with savory ingredients like meat and vegetables. However, this sweet version is a delicious dessert that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. The filling is made with marzipan, chopped almonds, and almond extract, giving it a rich and nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the crispy phyllo pastry. The briouats are then drizzled with a hot honey mixture, which adds a touch of sweetness and stickiness to each bite.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	In a medium bowl, combine marzipan, chopped almonds, almond extract, and 2 tablespoons orange flower water until well mixed.
3.	Cut the phyllo pastry sheets in half lengthwise, cover them with a slightly damp cloth to prevent them from drying.
4.	Brush a sheet of the phyllo pastry with melted butter, then fold it in half lengthwise.
5.	Place a tablespoon of the almond mixture at one end and fold the pastry over to form a triangle.
6.	Continue folding the pastry until you reach the end and the almond mixture is enclosed in a triangular shape.
7.	Repeat until all the filling is used up.
8.	Brush the top of each triangle with melted butter and bake for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown.
9.	While the briouats are baking, heat the honey and 2 tablespoons orange flower water together in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.
10.	Once the briouats are done, drizzle the hot honey mixture over them and serve while they are still warm.

PROS

These briouats are filled with a sweet and nutty mixture of marzipan and almonds, making them perfect for those with a sweet tooth.

They are also very easy to make, with minimal ingredients required.

CONS

Since these briouats are made with phyllo pastry and honey, they are quite high in sugar content and may not be suitable for those on a low-sugar diet.

Additionally, they are not vegan or gluten-free, so they may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these briouats are not particularly healthy, the almonds in the filling provide a good source of protein and healthy fats.
Almonds have also been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and promoting healthy skin and hair.

	350 g marzipan
	50 g chopped almonds
	1/2 teaspoon almond extract
	4 tablespoons orange flower water
	8 -10 phyllo pastry sheets ( depending on size of sheets )
	125 g melted butter
	260 g honey