Best 3 Ghoraibi Butter Cookies Recipes

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Journey into the realm of Arabian culinary delights with the tantalizing Ghriba, a traditional butter cookie that holds a cherished place in Middle Eastern households. These melt-in-your-mouth treats, often prepared during Eid celebrations, weddings, and special occasions, are renowned for their delicate crumbly texture and an array of enticing flavors. This versatile cookie dough transforms into various shapes and sizes, making it a true canvas for creativity. From classic round cookies coated in powdered sugar to intricate crescent-shaped delights, the Ghriba offers endless possibilities to delight your senses. Join us in exploring the secrets behind this beloved delicacy as we delve into a collection of Ghriba recipes that cater to every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GHRAYBEH (BUTTER COOKIES) MIDDLE EAST, PALESTINE



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Make and share this Ghraybeh (Butter Cookies) Middle East, Palestine recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Palis Favorites

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 20-25 cookies, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup rendered butter, refrigerated or 1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup powdered sugar
2 -2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon orange blossom water (optional)
1/2 cup blanched almond

Steps:

  • Beat butter, sugar, and orange blossom water thoroughly with a mixer. Add flour gradually and mix well.
  • Form small cookies into an S shape, with each cookie being about a couple inches in size, give or take.
  • Press a blanched almond in the center of each S cookie. Place on cookie sheets and bake at 300 degrees in a preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Avoid browning.

GHORAYEBA



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A simple traditional Arabic recipe for cookies similar to shortbread. The wonderful flavor comes from the cardamom, which is fairly expensive, but very worth it. I actually prefer them without the almonds, but you might add them if you like.

Provided by ladyheather06

Categories     Spice Cookies

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
12 almonds, split

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the butter and sugar until smooth. Stir in flour and cardamom until well blended. Pinch off tablespoonfuls of dough, and roll into a thin rope. Join the ends together in a circle, and place on a greased cookie sheet. Place almond halves on the joints where the circles come together.
  • Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. The cookies should remain white, but may turn golden at the very edge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

GHORAIBI-BUTTER COOKIES



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Made these for my son's history class, and fell in love with them. They are so good, you can't eat just one!! Recipe makes ALOT of cookies.

Provided by gibsonfamily_5

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Yield 70-80 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups blanched almond halves
1 teaspoon clear almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Beat butter in mixing bowl, for 5 minutes, or until fluffy.
  • Cream in sugars.
  • Add almond extract.
  • Slowly add in flour -- If you do not have a heavy duty stand mixer, add half of the flour with mixer, the other half with a spoon.
  • Chill dough in the refrigerator for up to one hour.
  • Roll out dough onto a floured surface, into a rope that is 1 1/2 - 2 inches thick.
  • Cut diagonally into diamond shapes.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Place one almond in the center of each cookie.
  • Bake for 12 minutes. Remove and cool on cooling racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 13.9, Sodium 37.6, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 4.8, Protein 1.7

Tips:

  • To make the perfect Ghriba, use high-quality butter and flour.
  • Make sure the butter is cold and cubed before adding it to the flour mixture.
  • Work the butter and flour together until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Bake the cookies in a preheated oven until they are golden brown around the edges.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

Ghriba cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and delicate flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give Ghriba a try!

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