Crispy, golden-brown pastry rolls filled with a fragrant almond and cinnamon mixture, then dipped in honey and garnished with crushed pistachios. A delightful Moroccan treat, perfect for special occasions or tea time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 10 cigars 1x
- Category: Dessert, Sweet Treat
- Method: Fried or Baked
- Cuisine: Moroccan, Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 sheets phyllo pastry
- 2 cups blanched almonds
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water (optional)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 egg yolk (for sealing)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/4 cup crushed pistachios (for garnish)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
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Prepare the Almond Filling:
- In a food processor, blend almonds, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and orange blossom water until finely ground.
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Prepare the Phyllo Sheets:
- Cut phyllo sheets into rectangles.
- Brush each rectangle lightly with melted butter.
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Fill & Roll the Cigars:
- Place 1 tablespoon of the almond mixture on one edge of each phyllo sheet.
- Roll tightly into a cigar shape and seal the edge with egg yolk.
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Fry Until Golden:
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the cigars until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on a paper towel.
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Coat with Honey & Garnish:
- Warm honey with 1 tablespoon of water in a small pan.
- Dip the fried cigars into the honey mixture, coating them evenly.
- Sprinkle with crushed pistachios.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve warm with mint tea or coffee.
Notes
- If you prefer baking instead of frying, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes until golden.
- Substitute walnuts or hazelnuts for almonds for a variation.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220 kcal per serving
Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/moroccan-almond-cigars/