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Traditional Moroccan shortbread

Recipe by Oum Arwa

Soft and melt-in-the-mouth Moroccan shortbread, ideal for weddings, parties or tea time. This dough made with butter, powdered sugar, oil and flour yields leavening‑free cookies, easy to shape and decorate as you wish.

MediumMoroccanServes 12

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Source Video
38m
Prep
37m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 25m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$11.00
Per serving:$0.92

Critical Success Points

  • Creaming the butter and powdered sugar
  • Incorporating the flour without over‑kneading
  • Chilling in the refrigerator before rolling out
  • Baking at 170 °C without over‑browning

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with kitchen gloves.
  • Do not let the butter melt completely in the microwave.
  • Be careful of the sharp edges of the knife or spatula.

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