wheel of baking
Ghraybeh
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Ingredients
ghee powdered sugar arak or orange blossom water flour shelled pistachios
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STEP 1
Mix the cold ghee on medium-low speed until light and fluffy.
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STEP 2
Sift the powdered sugar over the ghee. Mix until lighter in color, fluffy and glossy.
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STEP 3
Add the flavoring and mix until combined. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl.
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STEP 4
Gradually sift in the flour, folding it in with a spatula. Mix just until combined.
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STEP 5
Divide the dough in two and wrap in cling film or parchment paper. Chill for an hour.
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STEP 6
Take out about a teaspoon of dough and roll into a ball.
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STEP 7
Gently press a pistachio on top, flattening the ball. Repeat with the remaining dough.
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STEP 8
Bake in the middle of the oven until slightly firm to the touch.
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Enjoy!
These Middle Eastern shortbread cookies have a unique melt-in-your-mouth texture that will leave you mesmerized!
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