These Moroccan lemon biscuits are incredibly light and melt in your mouth. With a simple preparation and delightful lemon flavor, they make a perfect treat. Here’s how to make them:
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 3 ½ tablespoons oil
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 ⅔ cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Additional powdered sugar for coating
Method of Preparation
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, beat the egg together with the powdered sugar until well combined.
- Add the oil, fresh lemon juice, and grated lemon zest. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, and flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing after each addition.
- Continue mixing until a soft and slightly sticky dough is formed.
- Cover the dough with cling film and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Form the Biscuits:
- Take small portions of the dough and form them into balls.
- Roll each ball in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Prepare for Baking:
- Line a baking dish with parchment paper and lightly brush it with oil.
- Arrange the balls on the baking dish, leaving about 2 fingers distance between them.
- Bake the Biscuits:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Place the tray in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the biscuits are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
- Serve:
- Once cooled, serve the biscuits. They are best enjoyed fresh and will melt in your mouth with every bite.
Enjoy Your Moroccan Lemon Biscuits!
These lemon-flavored Moroccan biscuits are perfect for any occasion and pair wonderfully with tea or coffee.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 80mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 24g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 2g
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