Briouat with Almonds

Briouat with Almonds is a delightful Moroccan pastry filled with a rich almond paste, perfect for a high-protein breakfast. These crispy, golden-brown treats are both satisfying and full of flavor, making them a unique way to start your day.

Ingredients

• Almonds - 100 grams
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Butter - 30 grams, melted
• Warka (or spring roll wrappers) - 4 sheets
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish
• Water - 1 tablespoon, for sealing

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a food processor, blend the almonds until finely ground.
3. Add sugar, cinnamon, and the whole egg to the ground almonds and process until well combined.
4. Lay out a sheet of warka or spring roll wrapper on a clean surface and brush it lightly with melted butter.
5. Place a tablespoon of the almond mixture at one end of the wrapper and fold it over to create a triangle shape. Continue folding to the end, sealing with a little water.
6. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
7. Arrange the briouats on a baking sheet and brush the tops with more melted butter.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with honey, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 75 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.02 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from almonds, promoting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats which are beneficial for heart health.

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